Baristas make drinks that are served in a coffee house or a similar establishment. This often involves learning a variety of coffee, tea and cold drink recipes while also keeping the workspace clean and organized to create a positive impression of the business.

Your Barista job description might include these duties and responsibilities:

• Preparing and serving hot and cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas
• Preparing and serving food items such as soups, sandwiches and pastries
• Operating coffee equipment, including espresso machines, grinders and brewers
• Greeting customers when they enter the building
• Taking orders, including offering menu recommendations and noting dietary restrictions and customizations
• Building relationships with customers and promoting and recommending menu options to customers
• Restocking supplies, such as cups, lids, coffee beans, syrups and pastries
• Making drinks according to company recipes and standards
• Keeping the work environment and cafe seating area clean, sanitary and organized
• Cleaning countertops and behind the counter, including the coffee grinders, decanters or milk frothers
• Working the point-of-sale (POS) system to complete transactions
• Assisting with opening and closing duties, including setup, cleaning and inventory tasks