Complete Workshop for Coffee Shop Owners

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The American Barista and Coffee Workshop Bundle

We’ll teach you everything you need to open your coffee shop

No experience needed. We’re here to help you wherever you’re at. When you leave us you’ll have the knowledge and techniques to open your shop and jump behind a coffee bar professionally.

Purchasing this discounted bundle will get you instant access to our online business course and reserve your spot for one of our upcoming in-person barista workshops.

Bundle Price: $1749 $1599

Email us for group discounts

Note: If you choose to put down a deposit you’ll reserve your spot for $500. We’ll send an invoice with the final amount and more information about the workshop within 1 business day of your deposit.

UPDATE: 12/2/21 – Now more than ever, Bellissimo Coffee Advisors believes in taking every necessary precaution to ensure the health and safety of our staff and workshop attendees. Due to the continued risk of Covid-19 and the hands-on nature of our workshop, we are now requiring proof of full vaccination before entering our training space, in addition to compliance with our existing Covid-19 guidelines. Masks are required during all workshops.

What our attendees have to say

What you’ll walk away with

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Business Course

A plan for finding your location, negotiating your lease, and starting off strong

A bad lease is the single fastest way to kill a coffee business before it has any kind of chance. Learn from the pros about where to look and what to say to make sure your location is working in your favor.

Business Course

How to calculate your initial investment and menu prices

Estimating what cash flow will look like before you open is intimidating. We help you approach it step-by-step and come up with a more accurate picture of what to expect.

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cold smoke coffee co

Business Course

Tips for hiring, training, and building a reliable team

Running a coffee shop is often more about people than coffee. Between your customers and your team, learning about how to have effective conversations and training for customer service will go a long way.

Business Course

What equipment to look for and what to avoid

Your equipment is one of the largest initial expenses you’ll have when starting a coffee shop. Don’t leave it to salespeople to tell you what’s best. Our trainers are also espresso machine technicians, so our recommendations are unbiased and come from experience.

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Barista Workshop

How to taste coffee and serve quality drinks

We put a special focus on making sure you’re not just going through the motions. By helping you understand how to taste coffee, you’ll have the tools to continue improving your coffee brewing long after you leave us.

Barista Workshop

How to use and maintain an espresso machine

One of the largest investments you’ll have to make when opening a coffee shop is your espresso machine, so you better know what you’re doing. Our trainers also have technician experience so you don’t just learn how to use an espresso machine, but also how to keep your investment working for many long years.

Hands on Training

Barista Workshop

How to steam milk and create beautiful lattes

Of course, espresso is only half the battle. We’ll also walk you through the finicky process of learning to steam and pour milk. You’ll even practice latte art.

All your coffee questions answered personally by our expert team

Above all else, we’re here to give you one-on-one attention and make you confident about opening a coffee business.

Business Course Curriculum

Course Content

Developing a Concept
Types of Coffee Businesses
Finding Inspiration
Business Plan 3 Topics
Securing Funding 4 Topics
Branding
Creating a Space
Finding a Location
Designing a Coffee Shop 4 Topics
Planning a Menu 3 Topics
Opening your Doors
Setting Budgets 3 Topics
Limiting Liability
Running a Coffee Shop
Business Taxes
Hiring Staff 5 Topics
Customer Service
Merchandising
Marketing and Growth
Business Goals
Business Expansion
Continuing Education
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Barista Workshop Schedule

Coffee Introduction

Day 2 starts by examining the theory behind brewing coffee and various techniques we’ll use throughout the next modules.

Coffee Cupping

We’ll make sure everyone is energized for the day with a cupping to start developing our palettes.

Equipment Overview

Our trainers will walk you through essential coffee shop equipment as well as various brands and options, and how everything works. 

Lunch

We’ll feed you!

Espresso, Step by Step

Let’s get pulling! Learn how to pull a great shot of espresso and how to adjust things when your shot doesn’t taste so great.

Espresso Practice

You’ll have ample time to practice pulling and tasting espresso with the expert guidance of our trainers. 

Cleaning and Maintenance

End the day with an overview of espresso machine cleaning and maintenance. A well kept machine can last a decade or more, but a poorly kept machine will cost you thousands. 

Steaming Milk

Time to learn how to create smooth milk with just the right amount of foam. 

Latte Art Essentials

Apply your milk knowledge and start drawing latte art. You’ll walk away with the basics down and practice exercises to develop even more.

Espresso and Milk Practice

More time to practice, but now you’ll be making complete drinks. We’ll practice getting faster while maintaining quality.

Lunch

We’ll feed you!

Batch and Manual Brewing Basics

Our trainers will cover how efficiently batch brew coffee and how to use some of the more popular manual brewing methods you may want to offer.

Cold Brew, Teas, and Other Coffee Shop Drink Options

We’ll talk about some of the other drinks you may want to put on your menu. How to make them or source them, how to store them, and how to serve them. 

Final Questions and Presentation of Certificates

Our last big Qu0026amp;A session to cover anything we went over for the entire workshop. As we wrap up, we’ll hand out certificates to all attendees stating that you completed the American Barista and Coffee Workshops.

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Date

Feb 25-26, Mar 25-26

Would you like to add our virtual coffee business startup course?

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What Our Clients Say

The knowledge that we gained at Bellissimo inspired us to aim for the highest levels of coffee excellence, so we decided to train our staff to compete at barista championships. Our baristas won 7 consecutive national barista championships (from 2008 to 2014). Then, at the World Barista Championship they took top honors winning 1st place in 2011, reaching Finals twice (2013 and 2014) and the Semifinals 2 times as well (2010 and 2012).

- Frederico Bolanos
Viva Espresso

Rock Creek Coffee Roasters opened its doors in August 2004 and we owe much of our success to Bellissimo’s knowledge and professionalism. We attended their Barista training course just 4 weeks prior to opening our doors. This was a great help in developing consistent, quality drinks from day one.

- Joel and Peggy Gargaro
Rock Creek Coffee Roasters

Bellissimo helped us gain a better understand of specialty coffee. We already had the passion and drive to do our best, but Bellissimo helped give us the basic tools, knowledge and understanding of how to put it all together. Without Bellissimo, we wouldn’t have had the skill-set to be ready for all that happens when the doors are open. Every day is learning for us, and that is a good thing.

- Aaron Olsen and Kim Anderson
Handlebar Coffee Roasters

I wanted to learn about the coffee business and have some hands-on experience to help me determine if I’d like to have a coffee business. I had sooooo much fun this week. The people who work here are all friendly, knowledgeable, inspired, and encouraging!

- Kristen Denney

I had a really great time last week and learned SO MUCH in such a short amount of time. I definitely feel more confident and prepared to take on my own coffee shop in the near future thanks to you guys!

- Ryan Leckie

Founder Coaching and Consulting

We have been there and done it. Growing a business as a legacy business, or exploring a profitable exit? We are founders and know the importance of cohesive stability in business. We’ve worked in partnerships, family business and with investors, private equity and beyond. We can help you no matter what stage you are at with growth and long term planning.

Concept Development and Startup Planning

We’re ready to work with you from step one to help refine and plan your business. We have helped everyone from serial entrepreneurs opening multiple locations at once to mom and pop duos opening a small coffee cart. Come to us when you want to make sure to avoid any pitfalls in the coffee industry.

Business Evaluation and Optimization

This is the perfect service for when you need to review your business and format a plan for increased profitability and productivity. We will customize our service to fit your concerns, which may be some of the following: Menu | Pricing | Monthly sales | Profit and Loss Statements | Labor and Employee Scheduling | Inventory | Purchases and Ordering Systems | Rent Factor | Hard Expenses | Marketing Strategies | Promotions | Sales Growth

In-Depth Equipment Recommendations

Our trainers and technicians are ready to provide you with cutting edge equipment recommendations tailored to your coffee shop. We are also often able to secure discounts for our clients.

Professional Barista Training

Are you looking to increase the skills or your baristas and management team? We can arrange custom sessions in our lab or on-site training to work with your staff on the technical skills needed to produce high-quality espresso beverages.

Marketing and Social Media Planning

We’ll help you create a plan and style guide unique to your shop that will take the guesswork out of growth. Gain new customers and retain your regulars.

Virtual Strategy and Training Sessions

Meet with your company’s executive and planning committees to develop new strategies or refine old ones.

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