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Experience, Skills, and Personality Traits

Prior experience working part time at a coffee shop or restaurant is beneficial. The job requires attention to detail and patience in dealing with customers. In some establishments, lines can get long and customers may be difficult. Baristas who stay focused on providing quality beverages and service and who communicate clearly and diplomatically fare the best. Good energy and a calm and pleasant personality help. Other important traits for baristas include strong time-management and organizational skills.

The job requires physical stamina as much of the work shift is spent standing and walking. Baristas work with equipment that is located behind or near the counters of coffee shops or near the kitchens of restaurants. They must have clean personal hygiene and their uniform or clothing must also be neat and clean. If they also work at the register, they must have a basic understanding of math to handle payment transactions.