Slipshot
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  • Farmington, New Mexico
  • United States
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What is your position in the coffee industry?
barista, coffee enthusiast
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
FARMINGTON, NM
How many years have you been in the industry?
less than 4
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?
maybe
Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.
I was recruited to work in the new Hardbacks Cafe here in Farmington. It's a pretty swank place, if i do say so myself. We run 2 Franke Evo's and roast Dillano Beans. Awesome blends. Full range of flavors, different bodies, but verall awesome product. But the machines are what makes it. I'm rather new to the world of the Barista, but i've always loved my java. I'm very much looking for guidance. I started out with minimal knowledge on Barista skills, so i'm open to any tips, stories and advice from anyone looking to make a lasting impact in a young Barista's career. Thanks.
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?
I'm in the U.s. NAVY, so i'll be traveling all over. My biggest interests, however, have always ben South America and Turkey. I've been getting back to my Turkish roots and have been aching to go to Ankara. Other places i'd like to go outside of the country would be like; Poland, Afghanistan, Sweden and maybe Ireland. But for the most part, i just want to get out there and experience the world...and it's coffee. :)
About Me:
Hello. My name is Justin Klemish. Most people around the cafe just call me "Slipshot". I'm a rather new Barista and am loving every minute of it so far. Of all the other professions i've had, this is by far the most enjoyable.

I'm currently in the U.s. NAVY. I'm hoping with that comes the opportunity to travel around the globe, see the beauty our world has to offer, learn as much as i can, experience all that is available, and drink some kick ass coffee while i travel.

I'm a full time college student at San Juan College here in Farmington. It's difficult trying to hold down two jobs and maintain an 18 credit hour schedule. But i love what i do so it's never too hard.

I'm a Film/Theater major so i have plenty of random crap to talk about. I'm planning on teaching when i get out of the NAVY....maybe even try to open up a cafe or somethin :)

My family is everything to me.

Anna is the love of my life. I'm going to miss her when i leave. But not to worry. I'll be back for her in a few years. <3

Overall, i'm excited to be a Barista. I'm looking forward to being a part of the Barista Exchange realm and making new friends. Peace.
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
The People
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Posted on September 28, 2008 at 4:01pm 1 Comment

Oh my 'lanta.



So the baristas here at Hardbacks are a bunch of goofs. We have so much fun with one another its ridiculous.



We have blender battles to see who can make a better smoothie faster (i cheat and click off their blenders lol)



We play the letter game (A to Z of whatever; animals, cities just random crap like that)



The best thing so far was when i was challenged to our favorite game. Plainly called "Categories". Simple.



So Amanda… Continue

How do you forget the coffee!!!!

Posted on September 28, 2008 at 3:50pm 0 Comments

Okay, so we just opened the new Hardback Cafe not even a week ago and so far it's going smoothly. We've had a fairly steady flow of customers and our beginning and "intermediate" baristas (including myself) are doing pretty damn good.



During our training a while ago (i assume this is the same with any coffee shop) we've gotten pretty close to one another already....except for like one person.



There is one barista that is just bugging the shit out of everyone ALREADY!… Continue

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At 4:31pm on November 29, 2008, Mike said…
Whats up big steamer(reference to the pitcher again), things going well?
At 11:03pm on September 26, 2008, Mike said…
Wow thats a big pitcher! 48oz. latte? Welcome!
 
 
 

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