What Sets Us Apart

 

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Unmatched Ratios

one expresso one group one grinder one student our one to one equipment ratios ensure hands on learning for everyone.

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Our Cafe

Real serving experience in our fully equipped operational cafe ensures graduates are job-ready and in demand to employers world-wide

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Factory Environment

We are based within an active coffee export and fulfilment factory, where students will experience how the real world roasting orders are processed.

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Brewing the next generation of coffee professionals

We are an indipendent cofee training school led by an SCA and Italian Barista School Authorised Trainer, one of the few in Africa. Our team includes certified baristas, roasters and internationally certified Q-graders with over 70 years of combined expertise.

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Your Future Awaits

Discover a place where passion brews into purpose. At Barista Mastery, every pour, blend, and brew shapes your craft and your career. Learn from industry experts, earn respected certification, and open doors to exciting opportunities in the coffee world. Your journey starts here — one cup at a time.

EXPLORE OUR COURSES

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Meet Our Founder

Samuel S.Y. Park, Founder and Managing Director of Goldrock International, brings decades of experience in coffee roasting, packaging, and distribution. His vision and expertise drive the Barista Mastery School, where aspiring baristas gain hands-on training, professional techniques, and real-world industry insights.

Passionate about elevating coffee standards, Samuel ensures every program combines technical mastery with practical experience, preparing students to excel in cafés, specialty coffee shops, and beyond.

Barista

Barista

Hands on barista training building confident, service-driven baristas who craft quality coffee and are ready to work in or run a cafe.

Roasting

Roasting

Expert-led roasting courses equipping learners with the skills and confidence to work in proffesional spaces.

Refresher

Refresher

This course aims to sharpens barista and roasting skills, reinforcing espresso, latte art, roast consistency and industry best practices.

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What You’ll Achieve

Our graduates gain the skills and confidence to thrive in the coffee industry. You’ll master espresso-based drinks, understand brewing techniques, and deliver beverages with consistency and flair. You’ll be able to advise customers confidently, helping them choose the right coffee and enhancing their experience. Our training also equips you to manage and resolve customer concerns professionally, while applying essential soft skills like teamwork, communication, and time management. You’ll learn to operate café equipment efficiently, maintain hygiene and workflow standards, and adapt to real-world café environments. By the end of the program, you’ll leave fully prepared, job-ready, and capable of delivering exceptional service, standing out as a skilled, confident, and professional barista..

Why Train with Us

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Career Placement

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Premium Equipment

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Exclusive Goodies

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Certified Training

 

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Craft your Grind

We at Barista Mastery, we celebrate coffee, the art of creating it and the dedication to serve it.If you're passionate about creating, connecting and building something of your own, join us to learn and earn your future in the coffee world.