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    Course code: 900-82981

    Statement of Attainment in Introduction to Cafe Skills

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    OverviewAbout this course

    ⁠Greet, serve and deliver espresso coffees to customers in a simulated café environment. Touch on all aspects of café work to gain the experience needed to jump in and work as part of a team. Gain hands-on experience to get an entry-level job.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Gain skills with espresso-making fundamentals

    • Provide customer service in a simulated café environment

    • Follow workplace food safety procedures and hygiene practices

    • Identify and control food hazards

    • Report hygiene and food contamination risks

    • Work to industry cleaning and sanitising standards

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment

    • Specialist skills to prepare and serve espresso coffee

    • Exposure to industry professionals and access to a network of peers

    • A sound understanding of safe food handling practices

    • Confidence to interact with customers and to provide professional customer service

    • A strong pathway to continue your study in hospitality

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • An interest in working in the hospitality industry

    • Ability to stand on your feet for potentially long periods of time

    • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment

    • Enclosed shoes and comfortable, clean and tidy clothing

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: café all-rounder and food and beverage attendants.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Statement of Attainment in Introduction to Cafe Skills does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study2 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study2 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Use tools, resources and equipment for vocational learningNAT10973002

    • Use hygienic practices for food safetySITXFSA005

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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