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BARISTA-SKILLS5 MIN READ

When the Guest Says Burnt

Respond to a taste complaint by recovering trust and checking the process.

Taste complaint A guest returns a flat white and uses the word 'burnt' while other guests are waiting at handoff. The public moment can either build assurance or make the guest defend their palate. RATER in service Empathy + responsiveness + assurance A taste complaint is both a drink-quality signal and a trust test. React Explain why the coffee is supposed to taste that way. The guest feels heard and the bar learns whether the recipe drifted. Service recovery works when the guest gets care and the bar gets evidence. 01 Acknowledge 02 Clarify 03 Check First reply The guest…

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