LESSON CONTENT
There are 7 lessons in this course:
- Introduction
- Industry orientation
- Presentation
- Equipment and layout, etc.
- Alcoholic Product orientation
- Become familiar with the range of alcoholic products found commonly in a bar including spirits, beer and wine.
- Non-Alcoholic Drinks
- Become familiar with the range of non-alcoholic drinks that can be found at a bar or café, such as, different coffee and tea types.
- Service Procedures
- Protocol
- Dealing with customers
- Food handling
- Tray service
- Accounts, etc.
- Learn the service procedures for a range of situations from an a la Carte restaurant to a bar or cafe.
- Mixing Drinks
- Develop an ability to mix a range of cocktails and other drinks in a bar.
- Learn the art of flairing and how to make a Tequila Sunrise.
- Wine Appreciation
- Understanding and appreciation of different wines.
- Learn which wines go best with seafood, meat and cheese platters.
- Establishing a Bar/Counter Service
- Consolidate skills so far developed to establish or improve the management of a bar service
Each lesson culminates in an assignment which is submitted to the school, marked by the school's tutors and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments, and if necessary, extra reading
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who developed and tutors on the course?
Written and taught by experienced/expert hospitality and tourism professionals, including –
Melissa Leistra – Hospitality teacher with 2 decades experience teaching commercial cookery and food and beverage, health and nutrition. Experienced in the hospitality industry.
Alison Pearce - Masters degree in ecotourism. Substantial experience.
Lyn Quirk – 35+ years experience in Fitness, Health and Leisure Industries. Established and managed health clubs at 3 major 5* resorts on Australia's Gold Coast.
Why Study Drinks Counter and Bar Service?
A knowledge of drinks counter and bar service is a great addition to your CV.
- Do you have an outgoing personality?
- Are you enthusiastic, committed and flexible?
Coffee shops, bubble tea shops, bars, pubs etc are everywhere. These facilities all require staff, supervisors and managers.
A knowledge of bar service and drinks counter work can offer you the opportunity to work anywhere in the world.
Do you Know what Wine Compliments what food?
- Hors d'oeuvre - Dry White Burgundy, Riesling, Alsace
- Antipasto - Light or dry sherry
- Oysters - Sparking Wine, Premier Grand Cru, Verdelho
- Soup - Dry Sherry
- Lobster - Hock, Pinotage
- Seafood - Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
- Fish - Chenin Blanc, Late Harvest (Sweet), Riesling
- Grills - Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Red, Merlot
- Beef - Burgundy, Vino Rood, Vin Rouge
- Pork - Chianti, Merlot, Chardonnay
- Lamb - Grenache, Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Chicken - Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sangiovese, Pinot Gris
- Oriental - Shiraz, Muscat
- Game Birds - Claret, Shiraz
- Game (furred) - Burgundy, Shiraz
- Salad - Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris
- Sweets - Champagne
- Dessert - Sweet Wine, Sweet Sherry, Port, Muscat
- Cheese platter - Red Wine, Port, the choice of wine to complement cheese will depend on the type of cheese.
Many people will, of course, eat and drink in combinations other than these, perhaps because of their different tastes, or perhaps through a lack of experience and having become accustomed to these traditional combinations.
What Next?
Bar work and drinks counter work is often part time and can be temporary fill in work for many people. For others, working in a bar may become a business or a career choice. An outstanding barman can be an important asset to a five-star hotel or exclusive restaurant; and may earn very good money; but for many others; working in a bar may be a fill in job; or a starting point for a career as a hotel or restaurant manager.
You do not need a drinks counter and bar service course to get a job in a bar; but you do need to know many of the things learnt through this course. That is why studying this course will provide you with additional qualifications and knowledge that will put you above others applying for bar and drinks counter jobs, and management.
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