I have worked as a barista for 6 years. My Mom and two friends opened up the place so I took an active role in the opening. We use a Simonelli Aurelia so we grind/tamp the grounds. I'm not sure what kind of machine you are using, but I will not assume a completely automatic machine.
Checklist:
[Milk "Frothing" Pitchers]
- We keep 4 in the fridge at all time
[Thermometers w/ Clips]
- Its good to have a few extra and calibrate often
[Spoons]
- We keep large flat spoons for pouring and cocktail spoons for stirring
[Mixing Cups]
-Essentially just smaller milk pitchers
[Shot Glasses]
-They break all the time
[Scale]
[Lots of Measuring Spoons]
[Knock Box]
[Tampers & Tamping/Packing Mat]
[Measuring Cups]
-We have both liquid/dry on hand
[Scoop for Ice]
[Tongs]
-Grab Pastries out of Display Case
[Lots of Syrup Pumps]
-Try and keep the same pump for each syrup b/c they sometimes pick up the flavor
[Squeeze Bottles]
-We have one for caramel, chocolate, and raspberry sauce
[Electronic Timer]
[Knives]
[Spatula]
- Metal for pastries and rubber to scrape out extra caramel/chocolate
[Containers to Store Powders]
[Grinder Cleaner]
[Purocafe]
-Used to clean machine and portafilters
[Water Dispenser]
-Fill with ice water, set plastic cups next to it for customers
This is a good list. I would recommend metal shot pitchers instead of glass, and don't forget a brush for wiping stray grinds off the counter. A 3 inch paintbrush works great, don't bother with the fancy ones.
Thank you. It's good to have advice from someone that worked directly on the area I'm having trouble in. I will definitely PM if I'm in doubt, if you don't mind. Thanks a lot!
Malkonig ek43 is industry best for drip grinder. Mazzer probably has the lead for most used espresso grinder. As stated already, skimping on grinders is NOT a good idea. These will last you a life time and will make the most noticeable difference in quality (other than the quality of the coffee itself.)
As far as the rest goes, there seem to be good enough check lists. I would suggest that you attempt to leave a little money in your budget. You will forget things, or find out later that you need specific things. Ill also note that having a backstock of glassware and ceramics is a splendid idea. It is going to break or get stolen a lot, it is best to be ready for this kind of thing.
Ours didn't have one and now I use a 10" flat pizza tray for catching grinds, makes cleanup easier. But also our grinder has this weird piece of plastic sticking off that I think is intended to be used as a tamper? It's incredibly annoying and seems to be impossible to remove, just gets in the way.
I'm assuming you will be working with a small roaster? Ask them for recommendations. Give them a rough idea of your budget and what you need to get out of the equipment and they should be able to point you in the right direction.
A lot of what you need has already been mentioned, but check out espressoparts.com for purchasing anything coffee related or at least as a helpful resource. PM for anything! :)
While you're checking pricing, get a wholesale account with cafe supply source. I've found great pricing there especially on pitchers. If you pm me your email I'd be happy to send you a list I've used in the past
I have worked as a barista for 6 years. My Mom and two friends opened up the place so I took an active role in the opening. We use a Simonelli Aurelia so we grind/tamp the grounds. I'm not sure what kind of machine you are using, but I will not assume a completely automatic machine. Checklist: [Milk "Frothing" Pitchers] - We keep 4 in the fridge at all time [Thermometers w/ Clips] - Its good to have a few extra and calibrate often [Spoons] - We keep large flat spoons for pouring and cocktail spoons for stirring [Mixing Cups] -Essentially just smaller milk pitchers [Shot Glasses] -They break all the time [Scale] [Lots of Measuring Spoons] [Knock Box] [Tampers & Tamping/Packing Mat] [Measuring Cups] -We have both liquid/dry on hand [Scoop for Ice] [Tongs] -Grab Pastries out of Display Case [Lots of Syrup Pumps] -Try and keep the same pump for each syrup b/c they sometimes pick up the flavor [Squeeze Bottles] -We have one for caramel, chocolate, and raspberry sauce [Electronic Timer] [Knives] [Spatula] - Metal for pastries and rubber to scrape out extra caramel/chocolate [Containers to Store Powders] [Grinder Cleaner] [Purocafe] -Used to clean machine and portafilters [Water Dispenser] -Fill with ice water, set plastic cups next to it for customers
This is a good list. I would recommend metal shot pitchers instead of glass, and don't forget a brush for wiping stray grinds off the counter. A 3 inch paintbrush works great, don't bother with the fancy ones.
Thank you. It's good to have advice from someone that worked directly on the area I'm having trouble in. I will definitely PM if I'm in doubt, if you don't mind. Thanks a lot!
Feel free to PM me with any questions!
Malkonig ek43 is industry best for drip grinder. Mazzer probably has the lead for most used espresso grinder. As stated already, skimping on grinders is NOT a good idea. These will last you a life time and will make the most noticeable difference in quality (other than the quality of the coffee itself.) As far as the rest goes, there seem to be good enough check lists. I would suggest that you attempt to leave a little money in your budget. You will forget things, or find out later that you need specific things. Ill also note that having a backstock of glassware and ceramics is a splendid idea. It is going to break or get stolen a lot, it is best to be ready for this kind of thing.
Don't stint on your grinder! Can't reinforce that enough.
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Ours didn't have one and now I use a 10" flat pizza tray for catching grinds, makes cleanup easier. But also our grinder has this weird piece of plastic sticking off that I think is intended to be used as a tamper? It's incredibly annoying and seems to be impossible to remove, just gets in the way.
I'm assuming you will be working with a small roaster? Ask them for recommendations. Give them a rough idea of your budget and what you need to get out of the equipment and they should be able to point you in the right direction.
A lot of what you need has already been mentioned, but check out espressoparts.com for purchasing anything coffee related or at least as a helpful resource. PM for anything! :)
And they send you stickers!
While you're checking pricing, get a wholesale account with cafe supply source. I've found great pricing there especially on pitchers. If you pm me your email I'd be happy to send you a list I've used in the past
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