Run Cinema Specialty Coffee & Espresso Station Daily QA Audit — Free

Inspection Setup

Station identified and inspection time recorded

Inspector confirms station is pre-opening and not yet serving guests critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Required cleaning tools, test cups, thermometer, and QA log available at station critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Current brew recipes, calibration targets, and opening standards are posted or accessible

Yes No N/A

Equipment Readiness and Safety

Espresso machine powered on, fully warmed, and ready for use critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Group heads, portafilters, steam wand, and drip tray are clean and free of residue critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Grinder hopper, chute, and dosing area are clean and free of stale grounds critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Water supply, pressure, and waste/drain area show no visible leaks or obstructions critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Electrical cords, plugs, and surrounding surfaces are intact and dry critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Fire extinguisher and emergency access near the station are unobstructed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

No visible trip, burn, or slip hazards around the station critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Calibration and Brew Parameters

Espresso shot time is within recipe target critical (required)

Espresso dose is within recipe target critical (required)

Espresso yield is within recipe target critical (required)

Grind setting matches the approved opening calibration critical (required)

Brew water temperature is within target range critical (required)

Milk Steaming and Beverage Quality

Milk steaming temperature is within standard range critical (required)

Milk texture is smooth, glossy, and free of large bubbles critical (required)

Espresso crema is even, stable, and consistent with recipe standard critical (required)

Flavor balance matches expected profile for the house blend or featured coffee critical (required)

Sample beverage presentation matches recipe build and cup standard critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Product Consistency and Presentation

Milk, syrups, coffee beans, and other ingredients are within date and properly stored critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Product labels, allergen information, and menu signage are visible and accurate critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Countertop, condiment area, and guest-facing surfaces are clean and organized

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Cups, lids, sleeves, and stirrers are stocked for opening volume

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Run: Cinema Specialty Coffee & Espresso Station Daily QA Audit

Inspection Setup

Equipment Readiness and Safety

Calibration and Brew Parameters

Milk Steaming and Beverage Quality

Product Consistency and Presentation

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