Transform Your Café Dream Into Reality with Professional Consulting

The Starter Plan is designed specifically for small cafés, kiosks, and first-time café owners who need expert guidance to launch a successful coffee business. Our comprehensive café consulting services provide everything you need to build a consistent, profitable coffee program from day one.

TIMELINE & INVESTMENT
Project Duration: 7–10 working days
Investment: ₹85,000 + GST (18%)
Perfect for: Small cafés, kiosks, and newcomers to specialty coffee

COMPREHENSIVE CAFÉ CONSULTING SERVICES INCLUDED

Coffee Menu Development (8-10 Items)
Our coffee consultants will develop a core beverage menu tailored to your target market, including espresso-based drinks, americanos, cappuccinos, lattes, flat whites, and signature options.

Professional Barista Training (8 Hours)
Hands-on barista training covering:
– Espresso extraction basics
– Grind size control and dialing in
– Milk steaming technique for perfect microfoam
– Beverage assembly standards
– Cleaning and maintenance routines
– Daily opening and closing checklists

Bean Selection & Recipe Development
Expert guidance on selecting the right coffee beans for your café’s flavor profile, budget, and target audience. Includes detailed recipe cards with precise measurements and brewing parameters.

Equipment Consultation & Guidance
Professional recommendations for:
– Commercial espresso machines (2-3 options based on volume)
– Coffee grinders (espresso and filter)
– Brew equipment and accessories
– Milk pitchers, tampers, and barista tools

5 Core Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Complete operational documentation including:
1. Espresso SOP (Basics & dial-in procedures)
2. Milk SOP (Steaming technique and standards)
3. Beverage SOP (Assembly and presentation standards)
4. Cleaning SOP (Daily maintenance routines)
5. Equipment Care SOP (Machine upkeep and troubleshooting)

Bar Workflow Design
Efficient bar layout mapping to minimize wasted motion and maximize service speed during peak hours.

Vendor & Supplier Connections
Direct connections to trusted coffee roasters, equipment suppliers, and café essentials vendors in Bengaluru and across India.

COMPLETE DELIVERABLES PACKAGE

Menu Development (10 Documents):
– Final core beverage list
– Standard recipe sheets with yield parameters
– Espresso recipe with dose, temp, and grind settings
– Milk steaming guide and troubleshooting
– Iced beverages recipe guide
– Cleaning standards document
– Bar workflow map
– Bean selection recommendations
– Vendor and pricing list
– Storage and wastage control guidelines

Training Modules (6 Comprehensive Modules):
– Espresso extraction fundamentals
– Grind size adjustment and calibration
– Milk texturing and steaming technique
– Beverage assembly and quality standards
– Cleaning and hygiene best practices
– Daily opening and closing procedures

Equipment Guidance (3 Sections):
– Recommended espresso machines with specifications
– Recommended grinders for espresso and filter
– Optional manual brew equipment suggestions

WHY CHOOSE WESTEND COFFEE CONSULTING?

✓ 7+ Years of Specialty Coffee Expertise
✓ 50+ Successful Café Launches Across India
✓ 100% Success Rate in Café Setups
✓ Proven Systems and Processes
✓ Post-Launch Support Available
✓ Industry-Leading Training Methods

PERFECT FOR THESE CAFÉ CONCEPTS
– Neighborhood coffee shops
– College and university kiosks
– Office café counters
– Small-format specialty cafés
– Cloud kitchens with coffee programs
– Bakery-café combinations
– First-time café entrepreneurs

WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE
By the end of this café consulting program, you’ll have:
– A consistent, beginner-friendly coffee program
– A team trained to operate independently
– Low wastage and smooth workflow systems
– A launch-ready beverage lineup
– Clear SOPs that maintain quality daily
– Professional operational documentation
– Confidence to run your café successfully

PAYMENT STRUCTURE
– 70% Advance Payment – To secure your project dates
– 20% Mid-Project Payment – Upon completion of menu engineering
– 10% Final Payment – Upon SOP handover and sign-off

All prices are exclusive of GST (18%). For projects outside Bengaluru, client covers consultant’s travel, accommodation, and local transport.

PRE-START REQUIREMENTS
To ensure smooth project execution, clients must have:
– Stable electricity and water supply
– Core equipment on-site (espresso machine, grinder)
– Minimum 5kg training beans + 20-30L milk
– Staff scheduled for training sessions
– Basic café infrastructure ready

READY TO START YOUR CAFÉ JOURNEY?
Book your Starter Plan consultation today and take the first step toward launching a successful coffee business. Our café consultants will guide you through every step of the process.