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Barista

Also known as: Coffee Barista, Espresso Barista, Coffee Shop Team Member, Café Server

AI Impact Score

28/100

Automated coffee machines are improving, but specialty coffee culture values the barista craft: latte art, drink customization, and the welcoming café atmosphere. Skilled baristas who create experiences beyond dispensing caffeine remain in demand.

$22k – $35k

Salary Range

growing

Growth Outlook

400,000

Total Jobs (US)

+3%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Simple drip coffee serviceOrder entry on POSStandard drink recipesInventory counting

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Personalized drink customizationCustomer preference trackingSeasonal drink developmentEquipment maintenance scheduling

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Espresso extraction and milk steamingLatte art creationCustomer interaction and hospitalityQuality control by tasteCafé atmosphere creation

Current Skills

Espresso Machine OperationMilk SteamingCustomer ServicePOS SystemsMulti-tasking

Future-Proof Skills

Coffee Roasting Knowledge Latte Art Mastery Specialty Coffee Certification Cafe P&L & Inventory Control

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