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Onboard barista with a barista training checklist template

A barista training checklist is used by training supervisors to assess the quality of work, job knowledge, and professional behavior of baristas. It helps to assess baristas if they are following the standard procedures set by the organization.
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Assessment
Guest Experience
Engages guest upon entering the café
Takes order while answering any and all questions
Works to serve and retain guest
Smiles and is friendly in demeanor
Brewed Coffee
Can explain the basics of brewing coffee (extraction, grind setting, coffee to water ratio, turbulence, freshness)
Understands and demonstrates Coffee Freshness Standards
Explains all doses: coffee and water; Half and full brew
Demonstrates abilities in discussing differences in coffee to customers
Keeps the area clean and organized at all times
Hand Brew Bar
Can set pars for brew bar
Can make grind adjustments based on results
Brew properly extracted coffee
Explains all doses: coffee and water; Chemex & Bee House
Demonstrates abilities in discussing differences in coffee to customers
Keeps the area clean and organized at all times
Whole Bean
Demonstrates abilities in discussing differences in coffee to customers
Knows proper procedure for bagging whole bean coffee
Helping guests decide what coffee is best for them
Encourages guests to use whole bean coffee
Can grind coffee according to what method is used
Describes proper and improper ways to store/brew coffee
Espresso Bar
Espresso
Can make grind adjustments
Explains over extraction & under extraction
How to make adjustments based on evaluation
Can make all drinks to Cafe standard
Explains flavor differences in each drink
Espresso, macchiato, sidecar, cappuccino
Tasting and explaining espresso
Single origin and Espresso 700
Properly plates all drinks to Cafe standard
Milk Steaming
Properly steams milk to standard temps for all sizes (135-140 for traditional, 150-160 for all other drinks)
Proper texture for all drinks (Macchiato, cappuccino, latte)
Other
Keeps the bar clean, organized, and stocked at all times
Communicates on bar well and serves drinks in proper time (4 minutes)
Takes ownership of experience from behind the bar
Is efficient and effective on bar even in a rush
Coffee Knowledge
Keeps track of information regarding single origins
Can explain farm information: altitude, varietal, region, processing, farm facts
Can taste and describe coffee tasting notes
Completion
Additional Comments
Barista (Full Name and Signature)
Supervisor (Full Name and Signature)
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Assessing the quality of work of baristas with a barista training checklist


Using a barista training checklist to assess the quality of work of baristas is an effective way for training supervisors to monitor the progress of baristas and ensure they meet the high standards of the shop. A checklist can help supervisors stay organized and ensure that all skills are being properly tested and evaluated.


It is important that baristas are knowledgeable about the ingredients used in drinks, safety protocols, and customer service. Thus, by using a barista training checklist supervisors can assess whether baristas are able to consistently produce high-quality drinks, provide excellent customer service and have a comprehensive understanding of the job.


Please note that this checklist template is a hypothetical appuses-hero example and provides only standard information. The template does not aim to replace, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or any other applicable law. You should seek your professional advice to determine whether the use of such a checklist is appropriate in your workplace or jurisdiction.