Integrating BaristaSource: Elevating College Culinary Programs & Workforce Development Initiatives
Partnering with Colleges and Agencies to Build Careers in Specialty Coffee
Workforce Development Program
Program Overview
Participants will receive hands-on training in coffee preparation, espresso techniques, customer service, and sanitation through a combination of in-person and classroom instruction. The program runs for 2-8 weeks (depending on program), with participants learning 10-15 hours per week. In addition, participants may be compensated at minimum wage, giving them practical job experience while they train.
Participant Criteria
Proposed Participant Requirements
Be 18-40 years old
Interested and eligible for full-time employment in the coffee industry
Residein Gwinnett Atlanta, DeKalb, Fulton, Rockdale, or Henry counties
Physically able to stand for 8 hours and lift 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations
Be unemployed or underemployed
Not currently enrolled in another program
Be eager to learn and complete training tasks
Required to attend an Open House event prior to program enrollment
Benefit Highlights
Program Benefits
Free Training
Comprehensive job readiness skills
Resume development and interview preparation
Networking and job placement opportunities with coffee shops and food service employers in our network
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Enhance Your Culinary Arts Program with Barista Training and Coffee Industry Skills
BaristaSource is excited to propose a partnership with your institution to integrate our specialized Coffee and Customer Service Training Program into your Culinary Arts curriculum. As the coffee industry continues to grow, the demand for skilled baristas and coffee professionals has never been higher. By incorporating coffee-specific training into your program, your students will gain an additional skill set that makes them more versatile and marketable in the food and beverage industry.
Culinary x Specialty Coffee Program
Program Overview
Our program provides hands-on training in coffee preparation, espresso techniques, customer service, and sanitation, which perfectly complements the foundational skills taught in culinary arts programs. This 8-week course, designed to fit into your existing schedule, includes 10-15 hours per week of in-person and classroom instruction. Students will also learn business management fundamentals that cover coffee shop operations, preparing them for employment or entrepreneurial endeavors in the coffee sector.
Culinary Student Benefits
Program Benefits for Culinary Students
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Why BaristaSource?
Why Integrate BaristaSource into Your Culinary Arts Program?
By offering coffee and barista training as part of your culinary arts curriculum, you'll provide students with a well-rounded education that equips them for success in a variety of food and beverage careers. The coffee industry is a rapidly expanding field, and many of the skills learned as a barista overlap with those required in broader culinary roles. This partnership will enhance the appeal of your program by offering a specialized, high-demand skill set that sets your graduates apart.
Proposed Integration
Proposed Integration
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A 4, 8 or 12 -week program (can be adjusted to fit your individual school's needs) integrated into existing culinary courses or offered as a specialized elective
Training can be hosted on your campus or at one of our state-of-the-art facilities
Flexible scheduling to fit within your academic calendar
Hands-on and classroom-based learning, including opportunities for paid internships with local coffee businesses
Certification in barista and coffee service skills, adding value to your students' qualifications
Opportunities
Partnership Opportunities
We invite your institution to partner with BaristaSource to offer this program to your culinary students. Together, we can provide a holistic culinary education that includes coffee industry skills, giving students a competitive edge in the job market.
Contact Us Today!
For availability of our barista training sessions, please kindly fill out the form or reach out to us by phone. We're happy to assist you with any questions and ensure your training schedule is confirmed.