3 Day Barista Course

Our Three Day Barista Course at McCabe’s Coffee is an intensive, hands-on training programme designed to take you from complete beginner to confident barista in just three days.

Course Schedule

3 full days | 9:30am – 5:00pm

Delivered during school holiday periods to suit students but open to anyone who is keen to be a barista.

What You’ll Learn:

Over the three days you’ll work on professional equipment covering:

• Dialling in & calibrating espresso machines and grinders to achieve perfect, consistent shots
•  Specialty drink construction – from classic espresso drinks to modern café favourites
•  Latte art techniques – texture, pouring and presentation
• Alternative brew methods including filter, French press and more
• Customer service skills – workflow, communication and creating a great café experience

You’ll learn about building speed, confidence and practical skills that employers look for.

This course is perfect for:

• Transition Year students age 16 or over
• Senior cycle students
• Anyone who wants to be a barista

Why Take This Course?
By the end of the programme, you’ll have the core skills, knowledge and confidence to step behind any coffee bar and perform to a professional standard.

Train during your holidays. Leave with a skill for life.

€399.50 per person

• McCabe’s Coffee Barista Training Certificate provided to successful candidates
• ⁠Roastery tour and lunch included

Once you order online, our Head Trainer Renata will contact you. You can also message or speak to her on 087 664 5171 if you have any questions. Collect from Greystones Dart Station can be arranged.