What is a barista/shift leader and how to become one

Key steps to become a barista/shift leader

1. Explore barista/shift leader education requirements

   Most common barista/shift leader degrees

   Bachelor's

   49.0 %

   High School Diploma

   21.5 %

   Associate

   20.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific barista/shift leader skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Customer Service	14.38%
   Cleanliness	12.64%
   POS	11.67%
   Food Preparation	8.42%
   BARS	7.72%

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3. Complete relevant barista/shift leader training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New barista/shift leaders learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a barista/shift leader based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real barista/shift leader resumes.

4. Research barista/shift leader duties and responsibilities

   • Manage high-volume university caf and bakery.
   • Greet clientele, resolve minor customer issues, cash handling, POS processing, daily inventory and restocking of supplies.
   • Delegate tasks to create the Starbucks' experience.
   • Greet customers as they arrive at the Starbucks outlet and inquire into their orders.

5. Get barista/shift leader experience

6. Apply for barista/shift leader jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a barista/shift leader job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams