Operational knowledge

Maintenance & tips

Daily and weekly cleaning routines that extend equipment life and keep taste consistent in the café.

5 August 20261 min read

A packed knock box smells across the whole bar. Daily emptying and a weekly wash fix it in minutes.

1 August 20261 min read

Hard water quietly kills boilers. The right filter and scheduled descaling cost less than a burnt element.

27 July 20261 min read

Skipping backflush means rancid shots and a clogged group. This sequence protects both the group head and the cup.

23 July 20261 min read

The grinder is the hardest-working and least-maintained machine in the café. Five minutes a day changes taste and burr life.