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GB Coffee Standards and ATD Audit Checklist

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This comprehensive coffee standards audit checklist helps cafes evaluate equipment setup, grinder and machine settings, storage practices, tools readiness, and overall cleanliness. It covers barista skills, espresso and milk preparation, beverage quality, latte art, and timing. Sections include SHINE coaching points, safety and allergen controls, water filtration, critical points, and service standards, ensuring consistent quality and compliance across locations.

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GB Coffee Standards Audit 2018 - Check list
A comprehensive audit checklist designed for coffee shop quality control and operational excellence. This detailed assessment tool evaluates three key areas: equipment condition and cleanliness, barista skills and techniques, and operational standards. The audit covers essential equipment including espresso machines, grinders, and brewing systems, while assessing storage practices and maintenance protocols. It examines barista performance through drink preparation, milk handling, and latte art skills. The checklist ensures compliance with critical quality standards, including water filtration, product freshness, and equipment cleanliness. This systematic approach helps maintain consistent coffee quality, operational efficiency, and service excellence in coffee shop environments.
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A detailed quality control checklist designed for coffee shop managers and quality auditors to evaluate barista performance and maintain consistent coffee standards. The audit covers essential aspects of coffee preparation including proper machine operation, espresso extraction timing, milk steaming techniques, and drink presentation standards. It evaluates technical parameters such as pump and steam pressure, cleanliness protocols, and specific requirements for different coffee drinks. The template includes sections for documenting barista information, location details, and provides space for additional comments and photo documentation. This systematic approach helps ensure high-quality beverage preparation and maintain standard operating procedures across coffee service operations.
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GB Coffee Standards Audit 2018 - Check list

A comprehensive audit checklist designed for coffee shop quality control and operational excellence. This detailed assessment tool evaluates three key areas: equipment condition and cleanliness, barista skills and techniques, and operational standards. The audit covers essential equipment including espresso machines, grinders, and brewing systems, while assessing storage practices and maintenance protocols. It examines barista performance through drink preparation, milk handling, and latte art skills. The checklist ensures compliance with critical quality standards, including water filtration, product freshness, and equipment cleanliness. This systematic approach helps maintain consistent coffee quality, operational efficiency, and service excellence in coffee shop environments.

by Daniela Cannata, from the Community

30+

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Template

CB Coffee Audit August 2023

This coffee audit checklist helps cafes assess speed of service, barista competency, and beverage quality across espresso and milk-based drinks. It covers espresso dose, extraction time, yield, crema, and taste; milk temperature, texture, and latte art; grinder and machine maintenance; barista tools and cleanliness; and required paperwork. Use it to standardize training, ensure equipment readiness, and elevate product consistency and customer experience.

by Martyn Balsom, from the Community

10+

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Template

CB Coffee Audit Checklist

Use this CB Coffee Audit to evaluate cafe beverage quality and barista performance. The checklist covers speed of service, customer interaction, espresso dosing, extraction time and yield, crema and taste, milk handling and steaming technique, latte art and foam, equipment cleanliness and calibration, grinder and machine maintenance, barista knowledge checks, and required paperwork logs. Ideal for bakeries, cafes, and coffee shops seeking consistent standards and training insights.

by Martyn Balsom, from the Community

10+

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Template

CN iAudit

A detailed quality control checklist designed for coffee shop managers and quality auditors to evaluate barista performance and maintain consistent coffee standards. The audit covers essential aspects of coffee preparation including proper machine operation, espresso extraction timing, milk steaming techniques, and drink presentation standards. It evaluates technical parameters such as pump and steam pressure, cleanliness protocols, and specific requirements for different coffee drinks. The template includes sections for documenting barista information, location details, and provides space for additional comments and photo documentation. This systematic approach helps ensure high-quality beverage preparation and maintain standard operating procedures across coffee service operations.

by David Cormack, from the Community

300+

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GB Coffee Standards and ATD Audit Checklist

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