Our shop has been reinventing itself for about a year. As we've been working through the changes, there have been adjustments made to the job descriptions and positions. I'm wondering how other shops structure their staff, who's responsible for what
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Im about to embark on a new endevour that will require me to provide enough brewed coffee (caf & decaf) to serve over 320 coffee drinking professionals in abouta 45 minute period. Now I am have no problem serving these size numbers with cappuccinos
Read more…Was just wondering if I could here some success stories and failures of attempts at marketing/advertising menu items. Posters? Table tents? flyers? Just looking for an influx of ideas, and wisdom form experience!
Here's the question, and the main reason I joined bX: I want to start a coffee house and lounge. My greatest coffee love is the cold-brew/steeped method. I've read plenty of examples of other owners using cold-brewed concentrates for their iced cof
Read more…Now that I've already published an article about kopi luwak in my blog, I realize maybe I should have done a little research. Not that that ever stopped me before. ;-) So I'm wondering what the price range is for a pound of kopi luwak. Someone in thi
Read more…Does anyone have any performance evaluation formats or assistant manager job descriptions they want to share? Thanks.
Read more…Pregnancy / family needs force me to sell my coffee business. This stand is built inside a nice medical center lobby in Bellevue. It has been in business for years, so has already built a reliable clientele and great reputation. The overhead cost is
Read more…Does anybody have any advice on how to increase tips as a barista?
I might be opening up a can of worms here. I’m not trying to start a discussion on whether or not baristas should be tipped. I just want some tidbits of advice for baristas so that I
Read more…what is the best way to post a wifi sign? I have people who come in to use the wifi but they don't buy anything. I feel the Free WiFi is for paying customers. Should I post a sign and how should I say it? Anyone have any helpfull advice?
Read more…Hi All, New to this group. Already learned alot. Question of the day: New or used espresso equipment? The coffee roaster/supplier I'd like to deal with wants me to buy my equipment from them, but that means a rather large down payment, then payme
Read more…My shop (Echo Coffee) will be opening in a couple of weeks, and so it's time I announced we are interviewing for barista positions shortly. If you live in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, or may be moving here soon, please shoot a resume to info at echo
Read more…Typically I have seen iced lattes made the same way. Cold milk, ice, and espresso shots, with the occasional flavoring. Recently my wife and I came across a coffee shop that did things a little differently. They steamed the milk for the iced latte, p
Read more…after operating at present location (Mineola, Long Island) for nearly 3-years, ongoing difficulties with our landlord (less than perfect lease, broken verbal assurances, LL unconcerned/unaware of comparable area rents, down economy, generally obstruc
Read more…http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/food/2010-02-16-burger-king-starbucks_N.htm
Oh yeah, I had forgotten about the breakfast war with McDonalds. Looks like SBUX is forming quite and aliance ... maybe they'll offer pour over out the drive thru win
can anyone give me some feedback on sweetbird syrups? Does anyone use them in their shop? We are currently using Monin syrups, but are considering other options. Any info would be most useful. thank you.
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My girlfriend and I are going to visit Seattle in the beginning of June! I'm looking for an affordable hotel close to Stumptown/Victrola ish area.. Can someone please provide some advice? It'd be much appreciated!!
I have an espresso bar catering service. I'm always looking for inexpensive ways to advertise. Has anyone ever had any luck with Facebook advertising? Any other inexpensive advertising suggestions?
Read more…Okay, so I want a fair trade chocolate sauce that has no HFCS or Fructose. I've recently been convinced of the argument to ban HFCS, and I'm starting with my shop. What do you use?
Read more…Does anyone know of someone that distributes/services/provides/etc. coffee and espresso equipment to the Amsterdam area?
