Baristas prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops, restaurants or dining establishments.
Baristas work in venues that are often busy and noisy. They usually work shifts, including early mornings, weekends, evenings and public holidays. Uniforms may be supplied by employers. To serve alcohol you must be at least 18 years of age.
Job Duties:
Prepare and serve a variety of coffees such as lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages
Clean and maintain coffee-making areas and espresso machines
Select and grind coffee beans
Promotes services and products
Sells light snacks
Collect payment, operate cash registers and give change
Assist in stock control
Maintain workplace hygiene, and follow occupational health and safety procedures
Employment Prospect
Baristas work in hotels, bars, restaurants, cafés, coffee shops and recreation and convention centres. As turnover is relatively high, there is generally a constant demand to replace those leaving the job.Baristas working in licensed venues may be required to obtain a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate.
Baristas who have undertaken training or are experienced are highly regarded by employers. In larger establishments, baristas with experience and qualifications may progress to supervisory or management positions.
The Employment Facts of Barista in Australia:
Future Growth: Strong
Full-Time Share: 31%
Average Hours: 42
Weekly Pay: A$1,154
Employment by state:
ACT: 2.2%
NSW: 31.5%
NT: 0.5%
QLD: 24.2%
SA: 5.4%
TAS: 1.5%
VIC: 23.7%
WA: 10.9%
Education Requirement
You can work as a barista without formal qualifications. You will probably get some informal training on the job. Entry to this occupation may be improved if you have qualifications. You can become a barista through a VET qualification in hospitality.
You can also become a barista through a traineeship. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10.
Education Level:
Postgraduate/Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate: 2.4%
Bachelor Degree: 12.6%
Diploma/Ad Diploma: 9.2%
Certificate III/IV: 14.2%
Year 12 and below: 61.6%
Related Course: Certificate III in hospitality, etc.
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