Barista Espresso and Milk Preparation Checklist
by Max A, from the Community
This barista checklist guides cafe staff through consistent espresso preparation and milk steaming. It covers button flush, correct tamping, handle cleaning, 20–22 second run time, using a timer, steaming milk during extraction, purging and wiping the steam wand, using one thermometer per jug, correct milk pouring for latte and cappuccino, and maintaining presentation standards. It reinforces clean-as-you-go practices and includes sections for comments and photos to document quality and training. Designed for coffee shops seeking repeatable quality and hygiene in daily service.
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