2 Day | Cafe Boot Camp

2-Day Café Bootcamp

Next Bootcamp:

Monday 2nd & Tuesday 3rd February

Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th March

Monday 13th & Tuesday 14th April

DURATION | 2 DAYS FROM 8:30AM - 2:30PM

PRICE | $399

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? | This course is for people who want to work in the Specialty Coffee Industry but do not have the time to commit to a 5 days Professional Barista Course.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Day 1: 8:30am - 2:30pm | Barista Foundations & Latte Art

  • Learn essential barista skills: perfecting espresso shots & steaming milk
  • Understand how factors like grind size, water temperature, and brew time impact coffee flavour
  • Master espresso making & grinder adjustments
  • Spin silky, velvety milk for lattes & cappuccinos
  • Create beautiful latte art: heart, tulip, and rosetta
  • Learn cleaning techniques for your machine & equipment

Day 2: 8:30am - 2:30pm | Café Workflow & Hospitality Skills

  • Set up your café station for a smooth service
  • Develop customer service skills & work efficiently under pressure
  • Dial in the grinder & serve coffee for both takeaway and dine-in orders
  • Experience café bar workflow in a simulated environment
  • Practice basic hospitality skills: food safety, multi-tasking
  • Get expert tips on creating a standout CV and applying for your first barista job

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The Ultimate Café Skills Crash Course!

Do you dream of working in a café, making the perfect coffee, and serving customers with confidence? Our 2-Day Café Bootcamp is your ticket to turning that dream into reality! Whether you’re looking to gain your first job in hospitality or simply want to master the art of coffee-making, this fun and interactive course will equip you with everything you need to get started.

What You’ll Learn

Over two action-packed days, you’ll gain both the skills and the confidence to land your first café job. Here’s what you’ll be mastering:

Day 1: 8:30am - 2:30pm | Barista Foundations & Latte Art

  • Foundation Barista Skills: Learn the essential techniques for becoming a skilled barista, from pulling perfect espresso shots to steaming milk to café-quality standards.
  • Factors That Impact the Flavour of Coffee: Discover how different factors like grind size, water temperature, and brew time affect the taste of coffee.
  • How to Make Espresso: Understand the art and science behind the perfect espresso shot, the base for every coffee drink.
  • Adjusting the Grinder: Learn how to dial in the perfect grind size for different coffee beans and brewing methods.
  • How to Spin Silky Milk: Master the technique for creating silky-smooth, velvety milk – essential for great lattes and cappuccinos.
  • Latte Art: Start creating beautiful latte art! Learn how to pour a heart, a tulip, and a rosetta design.
  • Cleaning Your Equipment: Keep your machine and workspace spotless by learning the best practices for cleaning your tools and equipment after every use.

Day 2: 8:30am - 2:30pm | Café Workflow & Hospitality Skills

  • Setting Up for Service: Learn how to prepare your machine and workspace to handle a busy café shift.
  • Customer Service Skills: Discover the essentials of customer service, including how to communicate with customers and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Dialling in Your Grinder & Serving Coffee: Refine your grind settings and practice making coffee for both take-away and dine-in orders.
  • Café Bar Workflow: Experience what it’s like to work in a busy café environment as you practice serving customers in a simulated café setting.
  • Basic Hospitality Skills: Get hands-on experience with key tasks like food safety and multi-tasking in a busy environment.
  • Job Application Tips & CV Advice: Get insider tips on creating the perfect CV, applying for jobs, and landing your first barista role.

Why You Should Join the Bootcamp

  • Learn in a Real Café Environment: You’ll work with real café equipment and practice in a fully-equipped café environment, so you get the most authentic experience possible.
  • Hands-on Training: This is a practical, interactive course where you’ll learn by doing, not just by watching. You’ll be making coffee, steaming milk, and serving customers all throughout the two days.
  • Confidence Building: Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, this bootcamp is designed to build your confidence and help you succeed.
  • Industry Recognition: On completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and two digital credentials – Safe Food Handling and Foundations Barista – which you can share with future employers.
  • Get Job-Ready: Not only will you learn the skills needed to work in a café, but we’ll also provide valuable job application tips to help you land your first job!

Course Details

Dates:  As listed above
Times: 8:30am - 2:30pm each day
Cost: $399
Location: Black Market Training, 24 Cadogan Street 

How to Book

Spots are limited, and this popular bootcamp fills up quickly! Secure your place today and get ready to learn everything you need to start your café career.

Your Café Career Starts Here

Ready to master the art of coffee and hospitality? Join us for the 2-Day Café Bootcamp and gain the skills that will set you apart in the competitive world of cafés. Whether you’re looking to make the perfect flat white, serve a killer cappuccino, or become a café superstar, we’ve got you covered.

Book today and let’s get brewing!

LOCATION

Our new location is 24 Cadogan Street, Marrickville.

Please note: This is an industrial area and parking can be difficult to find, we recommend taking public transport if possible. Sydenham Station is a short 5 minute walk to our warehouse.

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Learn more about our courses and sessions
  • Black Market Training is one of Australia’s leading barista training schools, focused on specialty coffee education. We offer hands-on, accredited courses for all levels — from complete beginners to experienced baristas looking to refine their skills.

  • We provide a range of in-person and online courses, including:
    Foundation Barista Course, Home Barista Course, Latte Art Course and Advanced / Private Barista Training. We also have an Accredited Professional Barista Course. Each with a certification.

  • Yes! We have flexible coffee subscriptions so you never run out of the good stuff. You can choose your favourite blend, grind type, and delivery frequency. Plus, you can pause, skip, or cancel anytime. And did I mention shipping is included?

  • Our blends are carefully crafted to deliver consistent flavour profiles — perfect for everyday drinking. Single origins are seasonal coffees from a specific region or farm, showcasing unique tasting notes and terroir. Great for adventurous sippers!

  • Not sure which grind suits your setup?

    • Whole Bean – Best if you have a grinder at home
    • Espresso – For home espresso machines
    • Filter / AeroPress – For pour-over, batch brew or AeroPress
    • Plunger – For French press brewers
    • Stovetop - For your Moka Pot / Bialetti

    Still unsure? Reach out -  we’re happy to help!

  • Yes! We love connecting with our community in person. You can visit us at our Marrickville HQ — grab a coffee, chat beans, and see where the magic happens. Check our current opening hours here.