Barista

Bar hygiene

Also known as clean bar · bar hygiene · higiene estación

What it is and what sets it apart: Service and SCA exam standard. Includes continuous clean-play habits—not only night deep cleans.

At the bar: Wash hands → dedicated cloths → purge/wipe wand → milk temp control → wipe spills immediately.

Impact on the drink: Impact: fewer safety risks, better taste and guest trust.

Technical notes: Allergen protocol (plant milks). Refresh cloths/milk by shift.

Common mistakes: One universal cloth. Milk hours at room temp. Skipping purge.

How to use

Work from a logged recipe, scale and a clean station.

Steps

  1. Prep equipment and confirm the target recipe.

  2. Perform Bar hygiene changing only one variable.

  3. Taste, clean and log the adjustment.

Tips

  • Prioritise hygiene and consistency over speed.

In Cafesito

Save coffees to your pantry, brew with method and keep your diary.

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