Group
Occupation
471331 Barista
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
471331 Barista
Prepares and serves espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in a cafe, coffee shop, restaurant, or dining establishment.
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Operates coffee machines and other equipment to brew and prepare beverages
- Grinds coffee beans and measures out appropriate amounts for each order
- Froths milk and adds it to coffee to create specialty drinks
- Cleans and maintains coffee machines, equipment, and work areas
- Stocks and replenishes coffee beans, milk options, and other supplies, such as flavoured syrups, and drinking chocolate or chai powder
- Provides information and recommendations to customers on coffee and beverage options