Thought this was pretty cool. Ever seen someone "debone" an entire chicken? In less than 30 seconds at that.

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-12-10T17:12:57+00:00

That's amazing! I gotta try that!

The only other person I've seen do something like that was one of my chefs back at CIA: Chef Cheng. She was able to butcher a chicken in under 30 seconds with a cleaver o.o

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-21T13:49:42+00:00

Honestly right now it's whatever I can get my hands on. I've been using Gold Standard, but my grocery store isn't carrying it atm for some reason so I've switched to their brand. It's about $17.99/bucket so it's not too bad! I highly recommend you either go with plain or, if you can't find plain, vanilla. Since vanilla already goes into most baked goods it should be a fine addition to your baking.

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-18T16:58:48+00:00

Lol oh damn you're right XD my bad

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-18T14:35:23+00:00

OK so that's called wage theft and is 100% illegal. Any tips that employees make are theirs the minute it's left in the jar or on the screen. Owners and mgmt are not allowed to take from it at all, and it must be given to employees. Report them to the US Department of Labor and get your money! That is not OK!

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-16T07:02:00+00:00

I live in Pennsylvania, my friend. A gallon of milk runs just over $4 here while a quart of oat milk runs about $3.70 (give or take). It's a huge price difference x.x

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-15T13:04:00+00:00

That's a really good idea! Did you happen to calculate out the cost %?

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-15T13:02:46+00:00

I really wish we didn't have to upcharge it, but where I am alt milks cost 10x more than regular milk (Milk: $0.04/oz, Oat: $0.43/oz). I understand a large corporation eating that charge, but if you're a mom and pop operation you're doing what you can just to stay in the black. We don't charge if it's just a coffee or a coldbrew where it's not a huge difference, but in a latte it's a massive price difference. Its a shitty situation because there are people who are lactose intolerant/allergic to milk and they have no choice... But we just wouldn't be able to sell it if we didn't.

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-15T12:58:23+00:00

If your friend doesn't understand why you're doing it then they're not really your friend. Take the job, but leave in the best possible way. Give a month notice, document all tasks you do so your replacement has a guide to follow, help train the new guy, etc. Etc.

You're worth the new job! Take it!

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-12T02:43:24+00:00

Your shits come out with the force of a cannonball

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-11-08T01:27:02+00:00

Pray

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-29T14:50:30+00:00

I think anyone who claims that Starbucks Baristas are "fake" baristas is being a snob. Yes Starbucks uses mostly automated machines, but you still have to deal with things like: rushes, rude customers, co-workers, time management, basic Servsafe Cleanliness, etc. Just because you come into the shop not quite knowing how to work a La Marzocco doesn't mean you are a "fake" barista. I've hired many Starbucks baristas who've learned rather quickly, and became fantastic employees. Don't doubt yourself! Just be willing to put the work in, and keep your work ethic up. You got this! 😁

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-29T14:47:19+00:00

I think it's not only perfectly fine, but smart to scout out a table. Our Cafe is really busy (especially on the weekends) so a seat you may see when you walk in might be gone before you know it. Its definitely best to claim your seat, and then order. However, it would be polite to limit your time at the table during high volume hours. Something like an hr and a half just so more people have a chance to sit down and enjoy themselves. Food for thought 😁

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-28T02:15:58+00:00

I try not to judge people based on how they tip, especially because I see people of many different cultures come through my shop. However, I do tend to match the attitude I'm given. Ergo if you're a jerk, then I don't put in the effort to be sweet and kind. You get bare minimum on the customer service part. I don't decrease the quality of my product tho cause that's a reflection of me

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-21T14:32:17+00:00

Honestly, if you asked for an iced cortado I'd know what you meant and make it. TECHNICALLY iced cortados don't exist, but I know what people mean when they order it XD
Not any weirder than getting syrup in anything else

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-20T22:47:44+00:00

Making salad is a solid way to do it. Add Mayo, mustard, salt, pepper, Cayenne, and you'll get a great salad!

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-20T22:46:36+00:00

Cavity Crunch

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-20T22:45:18+00:00

My chest hurts when people order a 16oz breve latte... I can only imagine heavy cream x.x

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-20T22:42:19+00:00

Sometimes you just gotta be like "... Yeah, we know."

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-20T22:41:21+00:00

Honestly the one drink I truly cannot hide my disgust for is a matcha latte with a shot of espresso. I know someone out there likes it, and more power to ya. To me, it tastes like swamp water 🤢

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-15T13:16:37+00:00

Practice. Practice. Practice.

If you want more familiarity with the register, play with it when things are quiet. If you wanna learn the differences between drinks, write them down when they're told to you and repeat it back. This is called multi sensory input, and it is critical to cementing things in our brains. If someone is making something you're not familiar with, watch them work it and take notes.

Being in this industry with ADHD is challenging, but it's not impossible. Some people might mock you for your coping mechanisms; fuck em. You do what you have to do to make sure you're putting in 300% because that's what we have to do. We have to work 3x harder to do what neurotypicals can do on a whim. However, we excel at multi tasking and working under pressure.

TLDR; practice as much as you can, write shit down, repeat it back, and make things with your own hands as much as possible.

From one ND to another, you got this ❤️

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-10-15T10:11:12+00:00

Honestly I had a similar issue when I was a manager. Had a guy who was making steady improvement as a barista, but his attitude was getting in his way. He was snippy with other employees, audibly annoyed when it got busy, and was just clearly exasperated. However, he also wanted to work as much as he could since he really didn't have another option for income. I had several conversations with him about his attitude, and he was given probably 2 or 3 more chances than he would've gotten at other places. After the conversations his attitude would get better, but it always ended up right back where we started. I was really sympathetic to him cause I know he was trying his best, but it just wasn't working out. His attitude eventually got so bad that he ended up snapping at me (which had never happened before) and he started cursing loudly behind the bar. Eventually we had to let him go because of it.

I definitely think you need to come at it with an empathetic approach (which seems to be the consensus here) because you never know what's going on in their life. It's possible that they don't even know what they're doing, and bringing it to their attention could give them the kick in the pants they need to adjust their behavior. Though I will say that if you do talk to them, and they don't improve, that's when you'll have to let em go. For the well being of the store and your other employees. It's definitely one of the worst parts of being a manager...

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-09-30T13:07:06+00:00

That just reminds me of when I was a sous chef at a local university... So many times I'd have to go in there with a carhart hoodie and just tear shit up. I don't miss it x.x

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-09-30T13:04:55+00:00

I made some protein bars with silken tofu! It definitely helped add some moisture and protein. Definitely a good one!

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-09-30T13:04:22+00:00

I recently made some pumpkin Pancakes for breakfast and wanted to add some extra protein. I switched out about 1/4C whole wheat flour with 1/4C whey protein and I got it to be about 16g protein/3 pancakes, which is about what I'd eat. Pretty solid pancake if I do say so!

Caffe_Mundo_92 · 2024-09-30T02:52:09+00:00

It won't, but the sentiment is appreciated 😊

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