I just moved from Seattle to Florida. I accepted a job as a barista at a local coffeeshop, but learned that they use an automatic machine. As in, you don't do anything but press a button to pull shots. No grinding.
I'm terrified. How do these machines work? I'm scared the coffee is going to come shooting out in 10 second shots and I won't be able to adjust it. I can, right? I mean... It has to be possible. Does it steam the milk for you? That'd be bad. I don't understand how these things can make good coffee. I believe it's similar to the Starbucks espresso machines, as the store was opened with the help of a Starbucks-trained manager.
Just looking for a little insight because I have no idea what I'm getting myself into.
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