Barista
Make coffees and related drinks for customers.
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- What's it like to be a Barista?
- How to become a Barista
- Latest Barista jobs
- Top skills and experience for Baristas
- Is Barista the right role for you?
- Barista role reviews
What's it like to be a Barista?
Baristas prepare, make and serve coffee-based drinks. They usually work in coffeehouses, cafes and restaurants. Baristas combine their love of coffee with the thrill of working in a fast-paced customer service role.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Understanding coffee and coffee making techniques.
- Making coffee and other coffee-based drinks.
- Keeping equipment clean and operating.
- Educating staff on coffee and training them how to use the equipment in order to ensure the coffee-making standards are always high.
How to become a Barista
You don’t need a formal qualification to become a Barista. Short courses are available to help you gain basic skills, and on-the-job training is usually provided.
- Complete a short TAFE course to learn the basics of coffee-making and using a coffee machine, such as Prepare and serve espresso coffee. You could also consider completing a Food Handling Certificate (Level 1) if you intend on serving food to customers.
- Alternatively, many cafes will offer one-the-job training to new baristas.
- After many years of experience and additional business training, you could consider opening your own cafe.
Compare your salary
Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Baristas.Latest Barista jobs on SEEK
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Barista employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Coffee Brewing
Latte Art
Hygienic
Customer Service
Resilience
Cleaning
Ability to Work At A Fast Pace
Willingness to Learn
Team Work
Communication Skills
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Latest Barista reviews
Jan 2025
Being a barista has been a fast-paced, rewarding experience where I’ve honed my skills in crafting quality coffee, building connections with customers, and managing the challenges that come with the rush of a busy café.
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate III in Events
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism
The good thingsBeing a barista is a rewarding experience because it allows me to connect with people and share in their daily rituals. I love the art of crafting the perfect cup of coffee or espresso, whether it’s p...
The challengesWhat I don’t like about being a barista is the unpredictability of busy shifts and the pressure that comes with it. When the line of customers builds up and orders pile on, it can feel overwhelming tr...
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Apr 2025
Being a barista has been a rewarding experience where I’ve learned to work efficiently under pressure, connect with customers, and perfect the art of making great coffee. Want a more casual or fun version too?
Reviewer's QualificationHigher School Certificate
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism
The good thingsWorking as floor staff in hospitality is a fast-paced and social role that keeps you on your feet—literally. One of the most enjoyable aspects is meeting new people every day and being part of a team ...
The challengesOne of the things I find challenging about the role is the physical strain—it can be exhausting being on your feet for long hours, especially during busy periods. Also, shift schedules can be inconsis...
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