Australian GovernmentStudy Australia

Bar Attendants and Baristas


What the job involves

  • Preparing, serving and selling cocktails, mixed drinks, bottled, canned and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and a variety of coffee beverages such as lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages

  • Cleaning and maintaining bar service areas, coffee-making areas and espresso machines

  • Collecting payment for sales and operating cash registers

  • Promoting services and products

  • Washing glassware and arranging bottles and glasses

  • Tapping kegs and attaching supply lines

  • Replenishing drink dispensers, shelves and refrigerators

  • Selling light snacks

  • Selecting and grinding coffee