Bar Attendants And Baristas

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Full Time Average
Weekly Wage
$1,250 to $1,530
Earnings for full-time employees before tax.

The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Full Time/Part Time
Split
29%71%
This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.

The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.
Currently Employed
Workers
121,600
The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.

It includes both full-time and part-time workers.
Future Job Openings
Next Five Years
5k - 10k
An estimate of the number of job opportunities likely to be available over the next five years.

It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.
Current
Unemployment
High
The unemployment rate is the number of unemployed people as a percentage of the labour force (employed plus unemployed).
An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.
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Career Details

Bar Attendants And Baristas prepare, mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons in bars in licensed establishments, and prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops and dining establishments.

Most occupations in this field typically require a Certificate II or II qualification.

Tasks Include:

preparing, serving and selling cocktails, mixed drinks, bottled, canned and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and a variety of coffee beverages such as lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages
cleaning and maintaining bar service areas, coffee-making areas and espresso machines
collecting payment for sales and operating cash registers
promoting services and products
washing glassware and arranging bottles and glasses
tapping kegs and attaching supply lines
replenishing drink dispensers, shelves and refrigerators
selling light snacks
selecting and grinding coffee

Occupations:

Bar Attendant
Barista

Bar Attendant

Alternative Title:

Bar Steward

Prepares, mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons in a bar in a licensed establishment.

Barista

Prepares and serves espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in a cafe, coffee shop, restaurant or dining establishment.

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