Held on the 28th Oct 2026
at 9:30am to
3pm
, Southern Tasmania
Sandy Bay Campus, Centenary Building, Room 403
Summary:Ready to build your skills and confidence to apply for hospitality jobs? Join the Student Careers & Employability Team and the Tasmanian Hospitality Association for a free, hands-on training session.
You'll use a real commercial espresso machine, learn from professional instructors, and make drinks you can enjoy on the spot. No experience needed!
What You'll Learn
- Two 2-hour, hands-on workshops, plus a session with the Careers Team:
Barista Essentials (2 hours): Learn how coffee is made, from extraction to milk texturing, and how to use a commercial espresso machine. - Mocktail Mixology (2 hours): Learn to balance flavours, pour drinks like a professional and create your own premium mocktails (non-alcoholic drinks).
- Careers Session (1 hour): Get practical tips from the Student Careers & Employability Team on showing your new skills on your resume and feeling confident applying for hospitality roles.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 28 October
Time: 9:30am – 3pm (please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in)
Location: Sandy Bay Campus, Centenary Building, Room 403
Registration
Places are capped at 30 to make sure everyone gets personalised instruction.
Register as soon as possible to secure your spot.
Registrations close on 26 October at 5pm.
Why Join?
- Build skills and confidence. Finish the day with practical new skills and the confidence to apply for hospitality roles.
- Lunch is on us. Lunch and all equipment are provided, and the whole session is free for students.
- Learn by doing. With only 30 places, you'll try each skill yourself with professional instructors guiding you.
- Have fun. Make and taste your own creations, and meet other students along the way.
Got questions?
The Student Careers & Employability Team will be at the event to answer any questions you have.
