Baristas

Baristas prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops, restaurants or dining establishments.

What the job involves

• 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