Baristas specialise in making coffee, as well as tea and a range of other beverages. This has become a very artistic occupation with many baristas competing to perfect the best tasting, and looking, cup of coffee. Baristas may take customers’ orders, prepare and serve drinks, and provide information to customers about the content or preparation of their order. They also clean the beverage and food-making equipment, collect payment from and give change to customers, and monitor the amount of stock. Baristas work in cafes and restaurants across the State.
Specialisations
- Barista
Required Skills and Knowledge
- a love of coffee and being in the public eye
- a friendly and personable demeanour
- the stamina to remain on their feet for extended periods
- the ability to perform detailed work quickly and safely
- the ability to work in stressful conditions
- the commitment to follow health and safety regulations
Education Training Requirements Apprenticeships and Traineeship
You do not need any formal qualifications to become a barista; however your employment prospects may be improved if you have completed a certificate course in Hospitality or a specialist barista training course. . You need to have completed the first of these in order to enroll in the Barist Pro course. The Barista Pro course covers areas such as the history of coffee, how to pour an espresso, how to texture milk correctly and the cleaning, care and maintenance of an espresso machine and grinder. These courses also provide experience working in a real cafe setting, serving and waiting on customers.
