Barista
"It [the STAR experience] gave me a real life experience of what it would be like to work in this industry, I really enjoyed it!" - STAR attendee.
| Entry level | Year 11 and above |
| Duration | 1 day per week, |
| Time | 8.45am– 3pm |
| Location | Rotokauri Campus, Windows Training Restaurant, L Block |
| Total cost | $220 (GST Inc.) per student |
| Dates | Course one: Wednesday (5 weeks) 27 May and 3, 10, 17, 24 June 2020 Course two: Wednesday (5 weeks) 5, 12, 19, 26 August and 2 September 2020 |
Unit | Title | Level | Credit |
17285 | Demonstrate knowledge of and prepare espresso beverages using commercial espresso coffee equipment | 2 | 4 |
What's it all about?
This course is both practical and theory based. Students will develop a knowledge of commercial espresso coffee equipment and make popular drinks made using espresso equipment under supervision.
Further training opportunities in 2020
In 2020, other than the previously listed courses and tasters, we may have the capacity to be able to provide schools with support in a more flexible way to suit a particular STAR programme.
If you are looking to:
- Add more to your hospitality classes
- Want your students to gain a unit standard
- Give your students a hands-on experience
- Arrange a tutor to come out to your school for a session
Please email your interest and we will see what we can accommodate.
What to bring / wear?
Students will be working in our trainee commercial kitchens. They must wear long pants, have leather topped shoes, hair is to be tied back, no facial jewellery or other jewellery to be worn.
Ready to book
Students - please talk to your careers advisor as you need to book through your school.
Please note: If your students wish to be booked into a STAR course that is offering Unit Standards, a copy of the KAMAR print out for ID and proof of NSN number MUST be scanned through to star@wintec.ac.nz before the student can attend.
Careers advisors please go to the Booking Form to book.