Melbourne Coffee Academy

Melbourne Coffee Academy We are a coffee training academy committed to providing the highest standard of barista courses and training programs for the coffee industry.

It is with a happy (but heavy) heart to let you know our coffee bar manager and trainer .pishori will be moving on to bi...
19/03/2026

It is with a happy (but heavy) heart to let you know our coffee bar manager and trainer .pishori will be moving on to bigger and better things in May, while also focusing more on building his coffee business — as a past student of MCA, we are proud of how far he has come and the wonderful work not just as a barista but also a trainer, teaching many students over the last couple of years. We’re so happy to know he is moving on to an exciting new role and look forward to sharing more in due time.

This means we are looking to hire a casual barista / junior trainer to join our team, focusing on our Ringwood coffee bar and training site from Monday - Friday.

This is not a normal barista role, nor will it be a barista trainer role - it’s a hybrid of both. The main role will be operating a coffee bar at  in the mornings with the plan to eventually equip the right candidate to be a trainer at MCA. We are looking for the right person - character, work ethic and people skills come first. However, at least 2 years of solid experience in a specialty coffee cafe/roaster would be necessary as you will need to be able to work independently, dial in coffees, pour latte art and teach basic barista skills. Clear communication and attention to detail are crucial.

We want to make it clear that this is not a role for new baristas. It’s also not a role for super-experienced ones. We want someone who loves coffee and is passionate about training and education but hasn’t had the opportunity to train yet. We live and breathe it and want to bring out the best in you. You will be part of our monthly cuppings, R&D sessions and team meetings… Between us, we have over 60 years of experience in the industry and are keen to add the right person to the team.

To apply, please email charles@melbournecoffeeacademy.com.au with your resume, cover letter and references. Applications close on April 2 with the role to begin at the end of April. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interviews.

To find out more about what we do, visit our website through the link in our bio

When discussing the caliber of participants suitable for the course, we had to seriously consider who could actually pas...
16/03/2026

When discussing the caliber of participants suitable for the course, we had to seriously consider who could actually pass a certification process as stringent as

This is not for everyone.

It is for an elite few who have spent years mastering their craft — whether it be behind the coffee bar or through the barista competition scene.

Hence, it was perfectly suited to have .tan as the first person to do the course.

Gabrel is not just the current 2026 Australian Barista Champion. He is also a WBC finalist coach, a veteran of the competition scene and previously spent years working at some of the best cafes in Melbourne. He is currently the Brand Ambassador for and is a multi-disciplinary coffee professional who further excels in roasting and green sourcing.

We are looking for 3 other people to join him in our May 4- 8 intake — applications open through the website ☝️

To round off our highly experienced team of assessors, we have .meow Alicia is one of the most respected hospitality ope...
14/03/2026

To round off our highly experienced team of assessors, we have .meow

Alicia is one of the most respected hospitality operators in Melbourne and owns 2 exceptional cafes — and — She is also a World Brewers Cup Sensory Judge, co-founder of and is renown for importing high-quality coffee from Yunnan, China. She is a master of filter coffee brewing and will provide exceptional feedback for the Filter Coffee Assessment process.

Follow for regular updates.

Our next Industry Assessor is Victor is the current and 3 x Australian Latte Art Champion and is highly regarded as one...
13/03/2026

Our next Industry Assessor is

Victor is the current and 3 x Australian Latte Art Champion and is highly regarded as one fo the best latte artists in the world. He previously worked .melbourne as a Barista Trainer and is currently a Sales Manager . As a master of the craft of latte art and heavily involved in the competition scene, he is perfectly suited as an Industry Assessor for the Latte Art component.

Follow for regular updates ✌️

We’re excited to introduce some of the Industry Assessors who will form the basis of our certification structure. First ...
12/03/2026

We’re excited to introduce some of the Industry Assessors who will form the basis of our certification structure. First up we have

Ross is one of the most experienced professionals in the specialty coffee industry. He has been a Head Judge at the World Barista Championships, General Manager at Head of Sales at Hemro and now runs his own consulting service . His experience and ability to provide concise and accurate feedback will be invaluable as he leads our Solo Service Assessment.

These are the seven assessments that form the basis of our certification structure.1. Fundamentals2. Knowledge3. Latte A...
10/03/2026

These are the seven assessments that form the basis of our certification structure.

1. Fundamentals
2. Knowledge
3. Latte Art
4. Solo Service
5. Palate
6. Filter Coffee
7. Group Service

This isn’t just multi-disciplinary, it’s meant to challenge and push any barista. Even the best. Tag a barista friend who you think can do it 💪

These Core Values are the pillars we are building the structure on. For a barista to operate at this level, each pillar...
10/03/2026

These Core Values are the pillars we are building the structure on. For a barista to operate at this level, each pillar must support each other. Each one has an equally important part — you can’t have one without the other.

QUALITY — The ability to extract consistently good coffee, steam silky milk and pour a beautiful milk beverege.

EFFICIENCY — Develop and execute efficient systems and workflow to assist a cafe in running efficiently.

HOSPITALITY — Bringing warmth, kindness and exceptional service to every team and work environment.

INNOVATION — Continuous improvement and forward thinking for the specialty coffee industry.

We’ve got an exciting announcement!After two years of planning, industry conversations and countless hours of developmen...
06/03/2026

We’ve got an exciting announcement!

After two years of planning, industry conversations and countless hours of development, we’re proud to introduce Master Barista Certification to the specialty coffee world.

This is something we have been building from the ground up — not just another course, but an independent certification process aimed at professional baristas of the highest level.

We truly believe in the craft of being a barista.

More than extracting a great espresso or pouring nice latte art. More than an efficient and clean workspace. Even more than great hospitality and an amazing palate. We want to bring it all together in a program that not just stretches any barista, but pushes the whole industry to greater heights.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing more about our core values, the assessment structure, and the amazing industry assessors who will be part of the program.

Our website is now live so if you want to learn more, check it out:
https://www.masterbaristacertification.com/

We’re raising the bar and setting a new standard for baristas. We would love for you to be a part of it!

We’re excited to welcome to the team 🙌Reuben has been working in hospitality since the age of 13 and has built a strong...
13/02/2026

We’re excited to welcome to the team 🙌

Reuben has been working in hospitality since the age of 13 and has built a strong career in the specialty coffee industry. He brings a wealth of experience working at some of the best cafes in Australia, with experience ranging from Venue Manager at to Operations Manager / Head of Coffee — you’ll also find him working the bar at some great venues around the CBD.

He is passionate about people, education, and the craft of coffee, and brings valuable experience, technical depth, and fresh insight to the MCA team.

Last chance to secure the current pricing for our Barista Masterclass — this is our most extensive and comprehensive cou...
30/01/2026

Last chance to secure the current pricing for our Barista Masterclass — this is our most extensive and comprehensive course, and something that often books out a month or two in advance. New prices kick in Monday, 2 March ⚡️

We’re fortunate to have some of the best people come through our doors — home baristas, coffee professionals, teachers, ...
28/01/2026

We’re fortunate to have some of the best people come through our doors — home baristas, coffee professionals, teachers, students, travellers… and old friends.

We’re here to teach, but we’re also here to have a good time ✌️

Course bookings have opened for our city site!We’re still in the fit out stages but things are moving along quickly and ...
02/10/2025

Course bookings have opened for our city site!

We’re still in the fit out stages but things are moving along quickly and we expect to be moving in and setting up equipment at the end of October.

It’s a busy period for us so we’re putting a few things on hold till we get setup. Stay tuned for more updates — it’s going to be a MASSIVE year ahead and we can’t wait to share more with you.

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