Barista CV example
A strong barista CV shows customer service skills, speed and accuracy during busy periods, and genuine interest in coffee preparation. Mentioning specific drink-making experience and cash handling helps show you can manage the practical side of the role from day one.
Hannah Price
Barista
hannah@example.com / 07700 900106 / Birmingham
Profile
Friendly and efficient barista with experience preparing coffee and serving customers in a fast-paced independent café. Comfortable working under pressure during busy periods while keeping a high standard of drink quality and customer service. Confident handling cash and card payments accurately.
Experience
Barista
an independent café
Prepared a range of coffee and hot drinks to a consistent standard during busy service
Took orders and processed payments accurately at the till
Maintained cleanliness of the coffee machine, counter and seating area throughout shifts
Restocked ingredients and rotated stock to reduce waste
Worked closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff during peak trading times
Key skills
Coffee preparation
Customer service
Cash handling
Food hygiene awareness
Speed under pressure
Teamwork
Stock rotation
Cleanliness and presentation
Multitasking
Tips for a barista CV
- Mention specific drinks or equipment you are confident with, such as an espresso machine
- Highlight speed and accuracy during busy periods, since this matters in most café roles
- Note any food hygiene certificate you hold, even a basic one
- Mention cash handling experience, including using a till or card machine
- Describe teamwork with kitchen or front-of-house colleagues during service
Applying with a cover letter? See our barista cover letter example.