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Unit Group

4712 Baristas

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

4712 Baristas

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

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
Occupation

471231 Barista

Prepares and serves espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in a cafe, coffee shop, restaurant or dining establishment.

Skill level: 4

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, drinking chocolate or chai powder
  • Provides information and recommendations to customers on coffee and beverage options