How much does a barista earn?

Have you ever imagined yourself working in a café? Are you looking for a fun, satisfying job and lifestyle that suits you? Casual work in a coffee shop is ideal for students who want an income while at high school, TAFE or university. Café jobs are likely to have flexible hours to account for a barista’s studies so work and school can complement each other perfectly. Unlike waitressing or bartending, coffee shops won’t have late nights keeping a student up before class or taking up valuable social time. Besides, what student doesn’t already love coffee? It’s also a great career option for people who are passionate about coffee. An exciting, fast-paced environment, you prepare your favourite drinks and brighten the day of every customer to come into the store.

Pay rates

Baristas can earn anywhere from $18 to $30 per hour. This depends on their expertise and the success of the café in which they work. Coffee shops often have options for casual work or more reliable part- or full-time jobs, so being a barista can suit any lifestyle. With dedication, experience and creativity, true coffee-lovers can even aspire to managing or opening their own coffee shop! No other business is better suited to people who are passionate about coffee. A barista can earn more if they are experienced in making espresso-based beverages and are confident operating commercial coffee machines. Skill in preparing a wider variety of coffee, including less common beverages such as the Italian piccolo shot, further increase a baristas value. With the right training, a barista can go above and beyond with skills like latte art which make them truly stand out.

How do you become an expert barista?

How can you make yourself stand out to employers and valuable to your store? The right training will give you the skills you need to shine. Black Market Training offers practical courses using real commercial espresso machines so that even with no experience, anyone can become a successful barista. These courses are taught by professional in the coffee industry who have been operating coffee shops and training their own baristas for many years. If you want to be a talented barista and work in the coffee industry, join our Beginners course today!