Plutar & Carmel
Plutar
Carmel, your pastries are delightful but I see room for optimizing your prep process—want to go over the layout and ingredient flow?
Carmel
Thank you, that’s sweet of you! I’m always looking for ways to make things smoother and keep everyone happy. Let’s walk through it together, and maybe we can add a little extra flair that keeps the café buzzing.
Plutar
Good. First, we need a clear sequence: storage, prep, assembly, plating. We’ll map each station to minimize back‑tracking. Then we’ll consider a signature presentation that adds flair without compromising speed. Let's lay it out.
Carmel
Sounds like a plan! Let’s start with the flow:
1. **Storage** – keep ingredients in temperature‑controlled, clearly labeled bins near the prep table.
2. **Prep** – set up a “prep zone” with mixers, cutting boards, measuring cups, and a waste bin so everything’s in one place.
3. **Assembly** – move to a clean, well‑lit area where the pastries can be stacked or arranged without touching the finished pieces.
4. **Plating** – finish with a small “display station” that’s easy to access and keeps the final touch clean.
For the signature presentation, we could add a light dusting of edible gold leaf or a drizzle of a contrasting sauce that looks vibrant but cooks fast—maybe a quick citrus glaze that sets in a minute. That way we keep the look wow‑worthy without slowing us down. How does that sound?