Unit Award Scheme

121059 WORKING IN A CAFÉ: BASIC BARISTA SKILLS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1use a coffee grinder to dispense coffee grounds into a portafilterSummary sheet
2tamp coffee using a coffee tamperSummary sheet
3purge a group head to ensure that the water is running cleanSummary sheet
4lock a portafilter into placeSummary sheet
5press the correct button on a coffee machine to dispense a double shot using either a cup or a jug to capture the shotSummary sheet
6froth milk and add to the coffee as appropriate to the type of coffeeSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

7the main differences between espresso, latte, cappuccino, americano and mochaSummary sheet
8at least two health and safety risks associated with using a professional coffee machineSummary sheet

experienced

9working in a café for at least four hours. Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 23 May 2024Level - Entry Level