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Orlando Bartending School Catalog

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Volume 2  /Published April 2004  

Table of Contents   

Educational Philosophy

Administrative Staff and Faculty  

Facilities and Equipment

Admission Requirements

Counseling

Class Schedule

Progress and Grading

Attendance and Conduct

Appearance

Repetition of Subject

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Termination

Placement Assistance

Holidays

Educational Objective

Program Outline

Tuition Fee's

Educational Philosophy

The faculty and administration of Orlando Bartending School are dedicated to providing a meaningful education to individuals who seek success in the field of bartending and for those who want to learn bartending for their own personal reasons. 

Ownership/Governing Body:

Professional Bartenders School of New England Inc

Michael E. Perusse, d/b/a Orlando Bartending School 

School is Owned and Governed by:  back to top

     Michael E. Perusse

     Chief Administrative Officer

     Florida Location

     2 Pheasant Hill Lane

     Methuen, MA 01844

     (508) 397-8706

Administrative Staff & Faculty  back to top

Chief Administrative Officer............. Michael Perusse

Placement Director/Instructor.............Kim Hurley

Admissions /Placement ................... Margaret DeVito 

Facilities  and Equipment

The Orlando School is 1300 square feet.  Our school has a classroom set-up as an actual lounge, equipped with bars, back bars, bar stools, sinks, post guns, glasses, mixing equipment, bottles, cash registers, reference books, cutting boards, ice picks, knives and other bar outfitting.  The bar contains eight (10) stations, allowing a maximum of twelve (16) students per class, providing each student with the personalized, individual and hands-on instruction important in learning the techniques of bartending.

4.) Admission Requirements  back to top

All applicants must be 18 years old and must not have been convicted of a felony.  If the application has been convicted of a felony, the applicant understands that taking and completing these programs will be for his/her own personal use and not for employment purposes.  A previous knowledge of bartending or the bartending field is not necessary.  After each applicant’s review by the director the student will be notified as to his/her acceptance.  Once the student has been accepted they will be subject to the school’s refund and cancellation policy.

NO CREDIT WILL BE GIVEN FOR PREVIOUS TRAINING.  Acceptance to credit earned at Orlando Bartending School is at the discretion of an institution to which a student may transfer.

Counseling   back to top

Our instructors are readily available to all students who seek counseling concerning academic problems.  We will provide unlimited training hours for each individual.   

Class Schedule

Full Time:    40 clock hours in one week

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Fri

2:pm a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Fri

Part Time:    40 clock hours in two weeks

              6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Fri

Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Flexible hours can be arranged.  

Enrollment is accepted during the schools hours of operation.  Potential students can come in for the first class at no charge or obligation as a chance to investigate our school and our program and to see our training manual. 

Progress and Grading  back to top

Students will be graded on a daily basis, based on the following grade schedule:

           100-90    =    A

           89-79    =    B

           78-69    =    C

           69-60    =    D

Anyone receiving a grade below 60 will fail and must take the class over again.  A permanent set of records for each student will be kept at the school and is available to the student upon request.  Every student will be issued a “Certificate of Completion” upon satisfactory fulfillment of all program requirements.

Attendance and Conduct  back to top 

Student attendance must be punctual.  Students are required to notify the school in advance of all intended absences.  Classes that are missed must be made up with a grade of satisfactory to complete this program.  All arrangements will be made by the instructor as to the date and time of making up the work.

The following applies to student absences:

Any two (2) absences without a valid reason will result in dismissal.  Any two (2) tardies in excess of fifteen (15) minutes constitute one (1) absence.  Any leave of absence must be granted by your instructor or director, with a maximum length of one year. 

Students have the right to an appeal by applying to the director in writing within 24 hours of notification of dismissal.  One instructor shall be chosen by the student to review the dismissal with the director.  If the review is satisfactory, the student must make up all class hours or begin with a new class at the next available session.  There will be no extra cost to the student.

Students are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion.  Any misconduct, unsatisfactory work progress or poor attendance will result in dismissal.

Appearance  back to top

Students are required to be neat in appearance.  All students are encouraged to maintain a professional attitude at all times and to dress and conduct themselves accordingly.  We reserve the right to dismiss any student whose conduct does not conform to our school standards.  No vulgar or abusive language will be tolerated.

Repetition of Subject

An average grade of 60% is considered minimum progress for written and practical application examination at our school.  In case of failure by any student, the student will be required to retake the program.

Housing is not provided by Orlando Bartending School   back to top

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Should any applicant/student cancel or be terminated for any reason, ALL REFUNDS WILL BE MADE ACCORDING TO THE FOLLOWING POLICY AND SCHEDULE: 

1.                   Cancellation must be made in person or by certified mail.

 

2.                   All monies will be refunded if the school does not accept the applicant or if the student cancels within three (3) business days after signing the Enrollment Agreement and making the initial payment. 

 

3.                   Cancellation after the 3rd business day,  but before the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid, with the exception of the registration fee.

 

4.                   Cancellation after attendance has begun, but prior to 50% completion of the program, will result in a pro rata refund computed on the number of hours completed to the total program hours.

 

5.                   Cancellation after completing 50% of the program will result in no refund.

 

6.                   Termination Date:  The termination date for refund computation purposes is the last date of actual attendance by the student unless earlier written notice is received.

 

7.                   Refunds will be made within 30 days of termination or receipt of Cancellation Notice.

 

8.                   A student can be dismissed, at the discretion of the Director, for insufficient progress, non payment of costs, or failure to comply with rules.

 Cancellation Policy: If the school needs to cancel courses or the entire program, each student will be notified as soon as possible by telephone.  If the entire program is canceled for whatever reason; all monies paid including registration fee will be returned in full to the student.  If only a course subject is canceled, a make up time will be scheduled with each student. back to top

Student Complaint and Appeal Policy:  A student has the right to complain or appeal academic and/or disciplinary actions.  Students should contact Michael Perusse the school’s director and be able to contact:  The Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education at 2650 Apalachee Parkway, Suite A. Tallahasse, FL 32301   1-888-224-6684

Termination

Misconduct, unsatisfactory work progress and/or poor attendance will be grounds for termination by the school prior to completion of the program. 

Placement Assistance  back to top

Our school, while it cannot guarantee placement, will provide its students with assistance in finding suitable employment. Orlando Bartending School offers lifetime  placement assistance available upon satisfactory completion of the course.  Our school has an on-site placement director and offers National Job Assistance through www.pbsa.com 

Holidays  back to top

There will be no classes on the following holidays:

     New Year’s Eve          New Year’s Day

     Memorial Day            Independence Day

     Labor Day               Thanksgiving Day

     Christmas Eve           Christmas Day

Any classes scheduled to start on a holiday will begin the following day.  Instruction missed due to a holiday will be made up in a day and time designated by your instructor.

Educational Objective  back to top

Our program is designed to train our students in the art and techniques of bartending.  Upon graduation you will be prepared to fill any position of a bartender or barmaid.  Orlando Bartending School’s objective is to educate and train each person so they can obtain the necessary skills for employment and/ or for their own personal objectives.  Orlando Bartending School does not discriminate in regards to color, race, sexual preference, or any disabilities. We adopt a National Disabilities program that that allows any person to be treated fairly. 

Bartending Program Outline (Course Numbers B1-B14)   back to top

 

1.             B1 Bartending Responsibilities Course(2 hours):  Our students will learn the primary responsibilities of a bartender to his/her employer.

 

2.              B2 Bar Equipment Course (2 hours):  Our students will be familiarized with to the bar and trained in the use of equipment they will be using in the field.

 

3.              B3 Everyday Service Procedures Course (1 hour):  Our students will learn the fundamental do’s and don’ts of bartending and how to communicate with their customers.  back to top

 

4.              B4 Fundamental Opening Procedures Course (2 hours):  Our students will learn how to properly set up a bar, get garnishes ready, do equipment checks and make sure their bar is ready for business upon opening.

 

5.              B5 Preparing Your Garnishes and Juices Course (1 hour):  Our students will learn the preparation of lemon, lime and orange garnishes, use of cherries, olives and cocktail onions, as well as preparation of juices.

 

6.              B6 How to Handle Cocktail Checks Course (1 hour):  Students will learn the proper procedures for handling cocktail checks and dining room checks, as well as the use of the cash register.

 

7.              B7 Mixology and Bartending Course (22 hours):  Our students will be taught 150 drink recipes and will be given the opportunity during lab time to work behind the bar. This will include learning to prepare one liquor drinks, two liquor drinks, rocks drinks,martini’s, cream drinks, coffee drinks, specialty drinks and layered drinks, serving beer and wine, changing kegs.

  

8.              B8 Bar Code Course (2 hours):  Alcohol awareness certificate.  Sponsored by the National Restaurant Association. This is nationally recognized certification that does not need to be renewed.  This class encompasses learning to identify when patrons should no longer be served, how to shut service off in a professional manner, and how to deal with the many situations that can arise in a bar.

 

9.              B9 System Measurements Course (1 hour):  Liquor gun, Jigger vs. Free Pour Symbols, all abbreviations and measurements will be covered.

 

10.         B10 Serving the Customer Course (2 hours):  Our students will learn how to serve their customers in a professional manner, how to handle problems that may be encountered with customers and the legalities that apply to the bartending profession.  back to top

 

11.         B11 Fundamental Closing Procedures Course (1 hour):  Our students will learn how to break down the bar, their duties and responsibilities for restocking the bar, disposing of ice, cleaning the bar and the back bar, counting their banks, etcetera.

 

12.         B12 Product Knowledge Course (2 hours):  Our students will be acquainted with the definitions, processes involved in making liquors, beer and wine, and general information pertaining to the industry.  CD ROM, video and demonstration will be used for this.

 

13.         B13 Basic Bar Management Course (1 hour):  Our students will be given a clearly defined comprehensive look at making a profit, for the success of any bar operation, Bar Code national program, and bar management.

 

14.         B14 Basic Bottle Flair Course (1 hour): Our students will watch a video about bar flair and learn the do’s and don’ts about the art.  Basic flair will be taught. 

The school operates on a six (6) day week. Monday-Saturday  back to top 

Tuition Fee’s    

The total tuition fee is $525.00 that includes the $50.00 Registration Fee.  This fee includes all materials such as books.  No other charges apply.  $275.00 dollars is the required amount to start with the balance of $250.00 is due before finishing the course.

 

Materials included:

 

bullet Bartender’s Manual            
bullet Laminated Drink List
bullet Bar Code National Alcohol Awareness Certification Sponsored by the Educational Foundation of Chicago Il. The name of this certification is in process changing to: “ServSafe”. http://www.nraef.org/
bullet Registration with Professional Bartending Schools of America for national school services.
bullet Wine Pocket Guide
bullet On-line job assistance
bullet Refresher courses

Individual Placement Assistance

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