Want to work more efficiently at the coffee machine? Ask for customized barista workflow advice
Every second counts when working with coffee — especially in the hospitality industry. Do you sometimes find yourself with two baristas behind a bar that is too small? Or do you notice that your workflow does not run logically during busy times? In this 1-on-1 consultation, we will look at your barista workflow together. You will receive immediately applicable tips to work faster, more clearly and more consistently — whether you work alone or with a team.
🧩 What to expect:
Analysis of your current work order or bar layout
Tips to reduce workload and waiting time
Smart division of tasks between baristas
Advice on mise-en-place and preparation
Focus on safety, speed and fun
Afterwards you will receive an overview of workflow adjustments by email.
☕ Who is this for?
✅ Coffee shops with peak times and chaos behind the bar
✅ Freelance baristas working in different settings
✅ Starting catering industry with little experience in coffee workflow
✅ Anyone who wants to work more smoothly and consistently
💸 Costs
€49.95 incl. VAT
30 minutes telephone workflow advice + visual summary where necessary.
Improve your barista workflow today
Save time, stress and mistakes. Book your personal workflow check with an experienced barista.
Get advice from Geertjan the barista!
- more than 10 years of experience in Specialty Coffee
- extensive espresso machine sales experience
- hundreds of barista workshops given
- provided private home and business training for many years
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Barista Advice – Personal consultation in 30 minutes
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Your Profit
- Ask all your questions at once
- Direct coffee advice so you can quickly get back to work
- Professional knowledge and experience from 10 years of Specialty Coffee experience
Fast & personal
Receive concrete tips within 30 minutes. We discuss your specific coffee question and challenge.
For beginners and advanced
No sales pitch, just honest advice. Whether you are orienting yourself on an espresso machine purchase or you are looking for knowledge about specific tools; receive professional advice on every question.
Practice-oriented
Tailor-made advice on your equipment, beans and technique. Geertjandebaristman has provided hundreds of workshops and trainings, and advised both beginners and professionals.
Broad field of knowledge
Expert in various areas: From espresso extraction, purchase advice and grinder adjustments to milk frothing and maintenance.
Including short report:
After the conversation you will receive a concise PDF report with the points discussed and advice.
Barista Advice – Personal consultation in 30 minutes
- Goal oriented
- Expertise
- Including report
- The consultation lasts 30 minutes and is fully focused on your coffee question.
- Available times are visible when booking.
- Change or cancel? This is free of charge up to 48 hours in advance.
- You speak directly to Geertjandebaristaman, no intermediaries.
- Afterwards you will receive a short PDF report with the advice discussed.
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Let customers speak for us
from 134 reviewsEnglish below
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Ik kreeg deze latte-artcursus als cadeau. Na maanden zelf oefenen had ik wel vooruitgang geboekt, maar ik miste nog steeds consistentie en een paar belangrijke basisprincipes.
GeertJan was enorm vriendelijk en deskundig. Hij keek eerst naar mijn melk-steamingtechniek en gaf meteen een gouden tip: lucht toevoegen terwijl de melk nog koud is, en daarna de stoomlans dieper plaatsen om op te warmen. Daardoor verdwijnen de grote bellen wél wanneer je de kan op het aanrecht tikt.
Daarna bekeken we mijn schenktechniek, waar ik veel meer te leren had. We begonnen met een simpele hartvorm en bouwden daarop verder. Tijdens de les maakte ik veel cappuccino’s, waardoor de principes eindelijk duidelijk voor me werden. De sessie was ontzettend leerzaam én gezellig — veel gelachen en fijn contact.
Ik moest wel een paar oude gewoontes afleren, en dat kost tijd. Maar na een paar maanden oefenen (alleen ’s ochtends, dus geen honderden per dag!) zijn de resultaten veel consistenter, zowel met soja- als havermelk. Ik maak nu niet alleen mooie harten, maar ook bloemen en meerlaagse vormen. Zodra de basis weer klopte, ging de vooruitgang veel sneller.
Kortom: deze cursus is een uitstekende investering om je fundament te verbeteren en je latte-artskills snel naar een hoger niveau te tillen. Aanrader!
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I received this latte art course as a gift, after months of trying to improve the art in our morning coffees and chai lattes. I’d made some progress on my own, but I was still inconsistent and felt I was missing some core principles.
GeertJan was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. After I explained my situation, he first checked my milk-steaming technique — which, thanks to practice, was already decent — but he immediately gave me one invaluable tip: start introducing air while the milk is still cold, then lower the steam wand to finish heating. This simple correction makes a huge difference; if you add air once the milk is warmer than body temperature, the bubbles are tougher and won’t pop when you knock the jug.
After that, we focused on my pouring technique, where I had a lot more room to grow. We started with a basic heart and then moved on. I made a lot of coffees during the lesson, and the principles finally “clicked” in my mind. The session was incredibly helpful and gave me a framework to evaluate my results and know exactly how to adjust. On top of that, I had a lovely chat with GeertJan — lots of laughs and a great atmosphere.
One thing worth mentioning: I had to unlearn some old habits. Like when Tiger Woods rebuilt his golf swing, it takes time to replace ingrained patterns — especially when you’re only practicing once a day at home. It took me a couple of months to fully adjust, but the results are absolutely worth it. My latte art is now much more consistent with both soy and oat milk, and I’ve moved beyond simple hearts to flowers, layered designs, and more. Once the basics were properly reset, progress became much faster.
Overall, this course is an excellent investment if you want to refine your fundamental techniques and accelerate your latte art skills. I highly recommend it.
De siroop smaakt heerlijk, ik gebruik hem bij het maken van matcha :)
Veel geleerd over onze eigen koffiemachine in korte tijd, door veel zelf uit te proberen en te kijken waar aanpassingen nodig zijn. Uiteindelijk kwam er zowaar een lekkere koffie uit! Dank voor de leuke workshop!
Super leuke workshop, leerzaam en waardevolle tips gekregen. Wij kunnen thuis aan de slag!
Heel inhoudelijke workhop met een late-art praktijkelement. Super!!
Rustige uitleg, aanstekelijke feitjes en goede vakkennis bij ingebrachte vragen! Top!
Geweldige en gezellige Barista workshop gehad aan huis. Geert-Jan legt alles heel goed en duidelijk uit, waardoor je na 2 uurtjes alle kennis hebt om je eigen Barista koffies te maken. Ook heel leuk om cadeau te geven aan een koffie liefhebber. Kortom, super goede investering wat mij betreft!
interessante workshop, nuttige informatie en gelijk in de praktijk kunnen toepassen!
It was a great class! Every step of the coffee-making process (from choosing the beans to creating latte art) was explained in detail. We then practiced both espresso making and latte art. The instructor was extremely helpful and informative at every stage. I’m definitely going home with lots of useful knowledge, and I’d highly recommend it!
Ik heb een hele fijne en duidelijke cursus gekregen van Geert-Jan. Geert-Jan vertelt sowieso met heel veel passie en enthousiasme! Gestart met wat interessante informatie over koffie, die je echt helpt met het zetten van je eigen koffie. Alle tips en tricks voor bij de Sage machine waren ook heel handig en fijn! Ik kan nu heel fijn mijn eigen koffie maken! Veel dank!
Geweldige uitleg, duidelijk een expert van het vak. We gaan aan de slag met alle essentiële info voor de juiste cappuccino!
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When is there no consultation?
A telephone consultation is intended for personal coffee questions or advice on existing equipment. For technical repairs or malfunctions that require direct physical intervention, we recommend contacting a specialized technician.
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Your investment
A consultation lasts 30 minutes. This gives you direct, personal advice from Geertjandebaristaman, including a short advice report by e-mail. A small investment for permanently better coffee. (Invoice can be provided on request.)
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Please note....
During the consultation, we focus on your submitted question. Make sure you are sitting quietly, have your equipment at hand and have any relevant data such as machine or mill models ready. This way, we make the most of the time.
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How do you prepare?
After booking, please fill out the short questionnaire. Write down your most important questions and make sure your phone is fully charged. Do you have an espresso machine or grinder? Have it ready for immediate feedback during our conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I discuss during the barista consultation?
Everything related to coffee, espresso machines, coffee grinders, bean selection, milk frothing, workflow, maintenance and barista tools. Whether you are experiencing a problem or looking for help with a purchase, you will receive personal and honest advice.
How do I prepare for the telephone consultation?
After your booking you will receive a short questionnaire. Make sure you have your espresso machine or grinder nearby during the conversation. Think about your most important question so we can work straight to the point.
Who provides the consultation?
All consultations are given personally by Geertjandebaristaman. With over 10 years of experience in specialty coffee and hundreds of workshops to his name, you will receive expert, practical and honest advice.
What happens after the consultation?
You will receive a short PDF report by email, containing the most important tips, advice and any next steps discussed during the conversation.
Can I ask additional questions after the consultation?
During the consultation we will go through your most important questions. Small follow-up questions afterwards can be sent by email, but extensive follow-up support can be booked via a new consultation.
Do I need to have experience making coffee to book a consultation?
No, not at all! Whether you are a novice home barista or have been making espresso for years: the consultation is fully adapted to your level and equipment.
Can I also get advice on which machine or grinder I should buy?
Sure! If you are looking for a new espresso machine, coffee grinder or accessories, you will receive independent and honest purchase advice based on your wishes, use and budget.
Can I reschedule or cancel my consultation?
You can reschedule or cancel your booking up to 48 hours prior to the consultation. Requests made within 48 hours will be denied.
I have another question.
Bring it on! Please contact us via the contact form. We'd love to hear from you!
Barista Advice – Personal consultation in 30 minutes
- Goal oriented
- Expertise
- Including report
- The consultation lasts 30 minutes and is fully focused on your coffee question.
- Available times are visible when booking.
- Change or cancel? This is free of charge up to 48 hours in advance.
- You speak directly to Geertjandebaristaman, no intermediaries.
- Afterwards you will receive a short PDF report with the advice discussed.
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When do you choose a telephone coffee consultation?
A telephone coffee consultation is ideal for anyone who wants quick, personal and practical help with a coffee question. Whether you make coffee at home and don't understand why your espresso tastes bitter, or are unsure about grinder settings in your catering business: sometimes you just need someone to think along with you. No online forums, no endless YouTube videos - but 1-on-1 help from an experienced barista who will get you started right away.
A remote barista support call is particularly suitable for situations in which you encounter something that you cannot solve yourself. Think of problems with espresso extraction, adjusting your coffee grinder, doubts about which beans are suitable for your machine, or questions about workflow and maintenance. An independent consultation call is also ideal if you want to buy a new coffee machine or bean grinder, but do not feel like a sales pitch.
What makes this type of remote assistance so effective is its direct applicability. You don't have to understand theory or filter what applies to your situation yourself. You speak directly with a specialist — Geertjandebaristaman — who understands your level and equipment. This way you get to the core of your problem faster and you get advice that really suits your situation.
The consultation lasts 30 minutes and takes place over the phone. During the consultation, you can ask anything: from basic questions to technical details. You don't have to be a barista — the consultation is always tailored to your knowledge and goal. Afterwards, you will receive a short and concise advice report by email, so that you know exactly what you can do to improve your coffee immediately.
For home baristas, coffee lovers, beginners and hospitality starters, this is an accessible way to get professional guidance, without having to leave the house. So do you want to make better coffee, avoid a bad purchase or just be sure that you are on the right track? Then a telephone barista consultation is the solution.

