Overview
Baristas prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops, restaurants or dining establishments.
Day-to-day
- prepares, serves and sells a variety of coffee beverages such as lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages
- cleans and maintains bar service area, coffee-making area and espresso machine
- collects payment for sales and operates cash registers
- promotes services and products
- sells light snacks
- selects and grinds coffee.
To become a Barista
You can work as a Barista without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. A certificate III in Hospitality might be helpful.
Skills employers are looking for
