Does anyone have a test for a barista?
I'm looking to hire two new baristas, I was wondering if anyone has a test I could use to see their knowledge, etc., without having to re-invent the wheel if you will!
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Permalink Reply by Andy Newbom on
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have em make five espressos in a row all with the same technique and have em tell you what and why they do what they do.
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Permalink Reply by The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ on
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What is your objective for the test?
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Permalink Reply by Chef John on
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Nothing now cause I just wrote one! That way I can at least hire a competitant barista, or we should how\pe so any whoo!
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Permalink Reply by Brady on
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I'm with Andy here... perhaps adding a latte and cappuccino to that mix, to assess milk skills and basic drink construction. Additional coffee knowledge is great, but a competent barista must be able to actually make drinks. There can be a pretty big difference between knowing how something is done and actually being able to do it.
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Permalink Reply by Barry Lawrenson on
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To see if i want to let a wanabee barista get there gruby little paws on my machines I fire a couple of no brainer quick questions?
1. shot time?
2. A good water temp ?
3. why updose?
I dont expect perfect answers or encylopedic knowledge but reasonable replys other than-
fast, to get que down
Hot... and
use up coffee in the doser .....
will normally let the games begin.
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Permalink Reply by Jen on
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ya theres nothing worse than a "text book" barista! Had a guy come in a couple of months ago for an interview, and no joke he knew ridiculous amounts about coffee, but when asked to make a latte he didn't have a clue ... such a waste of time.
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Jen said:ya theres nothing worse than a "text book" barista! Had a guy come in a couple of months ago for an interview, and no joke he knew ridiculous amounts about coffee, but when asked to make a latte he didn't have a clue ... such a waste of time.
That was me 2 years ago. Knew more about the stuff than 3/4 of the "baristas" around. BUT it took me at least 3 months on bar before my boss or I considered myself a "competent" barista... then another 9 until I actually was!
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Right on, thanks guys! I would agree, I hate having my time wasted. This kiosk is down stairs from my cafe in the Federal Court House Building. A very prestigious area of town and very prestigious clientele! God help me tomorrow at 1:30 in the afternoon! That's when they all come for their interview! I believe in group interviews it helps weed out the poo poo, pardon the expression!
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didn't mean that to be an insult to anyone like if someone comes in and actually tells us they havent done much practical work but know a lot then thats cool, but the particular person i'm talking about just acted like he was world champ. it was hilarious :)
Brady said:Jen said:ya theres nothing worse than a "text book" barista! Had a guy come in a couple of months ago for an interview, and no joke he knew ridiculous amounts about coffee, but when asked to make a latte he didn't have a clue ... such a waste of time.
That was me 2 years ago. Knew more about the stuff than 3/4 of the "baristas" around. BUT it took me at least 3 months on bar before my boss or I considered myself a "competent" barista... then another 9 until I actually was!
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It was histerical to see that one of my applicants answered that "Starbucks" was the orginator of the espresso drink! LMFAO.
I about died laughing.
They'll all be doing practical in the store testing tomorrow, this ought to be fun!
Jen said:didn't mean that to be an insult to anyone like if someone comes in and actually tells us they havent done much practical work but know a lot then thats cool, but the particular person i'm talking about just acted like he was world champ. it was hilarious :)
Brady said:Jen said:ya theres nothing worse than a "text book" barista! Had a guy come in a couple of months ago for an interview, and no joke he knew ridiculous amounts about coffee, but when asked to make a latte he didn't have a clue ... such a waste of time.
That was me 2 years ago. Knew more about the stuff than 3/4 of the "baristas" around. BUT it took me at least 3 months on bar before my boss or I considered myself a "competent" barista... then another 9 until I actually was!
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Jen said:didn't mean that to be an insult to anyone like if someone comes in and actually tells us they havent done much practical work but know a lot then thats cool, but the particular person i'm talking about just acted like he was world champ. it was hilarious :)
Brady said:Jen said:ya theres nothing worse than a "text book" barista! Had a guy come in a couple of months ago for an interview, and no joke he knew ridiculous amounts about coffee, but when asked to make a latte he didn't have a clue ... such a waste of time.
That was me 2 years ago. Knew more about the stuff than 3/4 of the "baristas" around. BUT it took me at least 3 months on bar before my boss or I considered myself a "competent" barista... then another 9 until I actually was!
No offense here.
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Permalink Reply by John on
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Chef John, Could you tell us a little bit about how you conduct a group interview? I've never tried that.
Chef John said:Right on, thanks guys! I would agree, I hate having my time wasted. This kiosk is down stairs from my cafe in the Federal Court House Building. A very prestigious area of town and very prestigious clientele! God help me tomorrow at 1:30 in the afternoon! That's when they all come for their interview! I believe in group interviews it helps weed out the poo poo, pardon the expression!
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