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1.Coffee PrepMany people visit their local café for one reason and one reason only: to get their caffeine fix. So, it’s important you have everything you need to prepare quality coffee’s. Necessities include drip coffee machines, coffee presses, quality espresso machines, milk warmers/frothers, industrial coffee grinders and more. 2.SoftwareSoftware is an important but often overlooked aspect of running a coffee shop or café. At a minimum you will need a good security system, a POS sys …

As a café owner, you no doubt understand the importance of providing your loyal customers with good quality coffee. Much of your customer base will consist of both take away coffee drinkers or dine in coffee drinkers; either way, your coffee machine must be able to keep up with demand. Here are the signs to look out for that signal it may be time to upgrade your coffee machine. 1.Unable to Keep Up with DemandCustomers (particularly take away customers) expect a fast and easy coffee servic …

In this one we are tying it to the health and safety of your staff but most importantly your customers who are eating the food you prepare. We are talking about correct refrigeration of meats, etc., keeping track of best before dates, knowing how old stock stored in freezers or fridges is, enough space to store all the cold stock, etc.Are you a café owner? Or do you have your very own restaurant? Chances are that you need to store your fresh produce in a safe and hygienic condition. This i …

Are you a cafe owner in Sydney looking to hire some good quality Cafe kitchen equipment? There are so many options out in the market that it can be hard to find the best ones for your individual needs but according to cateringequipment.com.au, an online seller of catering equipment and cafe supplies, the best is the La Marzocco coffee machine range. The online store has 3 different models from this brand and they are: La Marzocco - strada mp 3 group coffee machineLa Marzoc …

The rustic and distressed look has been a favourite among modern decorators. This look consists of pieces like distressed light fittings, rickety wooden furniture and patterned tablecloths. You could also hire café kitchen equipment to suit your restaurant or café. You can shop online on cateringequipment.com.au for various items like cutlery, glassware, table ware and cooking equipment.If you plan on updating your café’s look to a more rustic one then here are some tips to follow:Choose t …

Are you just stepping into the big competitive world of owing your very own café or restaurant? Confused about how to go about setting it up? Especially about where to get café kitchen equipment? Don’t fret as you can now rent catering equipment from Catering equipment warehouse.They are an online store with a huge range of catering equipment and café supplies. The online store is home to wide range of products suitable for catering and the hospitality industry but also has products fit …

Are you one of those people who just need a fresh juice to start your day? Do you visit your closest café or restaurant for a glass of your favourite juice? It’s not a surprise that juicers are getting popular with both commercial and residential clients. It’s a smart way to get your daily serving of fruit and veggies in one convenient way. There are so many different café supplies in the market that it can get confusing for someone who is new to them.The two main kinds of juicers are the …

Starting a new café is a great idea but the whole process can be daunting if you don’t have a proper plan. You need to think about things like café kitchen equipment and catering equipment. These all can make a huge impact on the final look.Here are some ways to ensure you get the ideal café you are after. Envision your ideal café- before you start your café, it’s important to have a vision of what you are after. This way you can plan and work accordingly.Think about the budget- Having a …

When your customers enter your cafe, they instantly receive visual cues that help them decide whether or not they want to order from you and the kind of ‘vibe’ they get whilst being there. Making a good first impression can be a determining factor to the success or failure of your business.There isn’t a right or wrong way of decorating your cafe. It all depends on the theme you are going for and the kind of atmosphere you wish to create. Do you want a relaxed, casual atmosphere to create …

As a cafe owner, you always want your staff to be working at their highest possible efficiencyto keep your orders flowing and customers satisfied. There are a number of ways to increase your staffs’ productivity and motivation including regular team meetings, rewards systems, positive reinforcements and in a café setting, the right equipment for your staff to use.Hiring the right people is the first step. Once you are happy with your team, providing them with tools and equipment to assist …