[Core] [69% incumbents] Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.
  DWAs: Serve food or beverages. | Prepare hot or cold beverages.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.
  DWAs: Clean food service areas. | Clean tableware.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Clean service or seating areas.
  DWAs: Clean food service areas.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Prepare or serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads.
  DWAs: Serve food or beverages. | Cook foods.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Set up or restock product displays.
  DWAs: Set up merchandise displays.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Weigh, grind, or pack coffee beans for customers.
  DWAs: Measure ingredients. | Package food or supplies.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Wrap, label, or date food items for sale.
  DWAs: Package food or supplies.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products.
  DWAs: Store supplies or goods in kitchens or storage areas. | Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Slice fruits, vegetables, desserts, or meats for use in food service.
  DWAs: Cut cooked or raw foods.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Create signs to advertise store products or events.
  DWAs: Write advertising or promotional material.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Receive and process customer payments.
  DWAs: Process customer bills or payments.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation.
  DWAs: Communicate dining or order details to kitchen personnel. | Take customer orders.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Describe menu items to customers, or suggest products that might appeal to them.
  DWAs: Present food or beverage information or menus to customers.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels.
  DWAs: Serve food or beverages.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
  DWAs: Stock serving stations or dining areas with food or supplies.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions.
  DWAs: Present food or beverage information or menus to customers.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Take out garbage.
  DWAs: Remove trash.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  DWAs: Assess equipment functioning.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Demonstrate the use of retail equipment, such as espresso machines.
  DWAs: Train food preparation or food service personnel.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.50 lvl:2.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.24 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.29 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Sales and Marketing (imp:3.02 lvl:2.79) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:2.76 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Administration and Management (imp:2.55 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:2.53 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.43 lvl:2.15) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.30 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Communications and Media (imp:2.25 lvl:1.73) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.13 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administrative (imp:2.08 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Production and Processing (imp:2.01 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:1.99 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Education and Training (imp:1.99 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Telecommunications (imp:1.98 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.95 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Mechanical (imp:1.82 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Foreign Language (imp:1.81 lvl:0.94) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Transportation (imp:1.80 lvl:1.04) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:1.78 lvl:1.10) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Law and Government (imp:1.78 lvl:0.72) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Fine Arts (imp:1.71 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.56 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Design (imp:1.54 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.52) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Building and Construction (imp:1.51) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  History and Archeology (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Physics (imp:1.44) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Biology (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Time Sharing (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Static Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Originality (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Visualization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Far Vision (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Rate Control (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Depth Perception (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Response Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.37 lvl:4.44) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.17 lvl:3.57) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.04 lvl:4.87) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.92 lvl:3.67) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.75 lvl:4.58) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.56 lvl:3.76) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.46 lvl:3.36) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.45 lvl:3.04) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.39 lvl:2.78) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Getting Information (imp:3.38 lvl:2.90) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.37 lvl:2.54) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.34 lvl:3.64) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.32 lvl:3.03) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.25 lvl:2.64) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.15 lvl:3.36) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.05 lvl:3.27) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.03 lvl:2.53) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.92 lvl:2.41) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.89 lvl:2.80) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.88 lvl:2.26) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Processing Information (imp:2.78 lvl:2.16) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.77 lvl:1.82) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.75 lvl:2.71) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.72 lvl:1.91) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.69 lvl:2.73) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.68 lvl:2.51) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.67 lvl:2.26) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.65 lvl:2.77) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.64 lvl:2.71) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.57 lvl:2.04) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.49 lvl:1.88) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.48 lvl:2.04) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Working with Computers (imp:2.48 lvl:2.12) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.44 lvl:2.29) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.42 lvl:2.22) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.38 lvl:2.07) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.26 lvl:2.02) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.24 lvl:1.84) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.05 lvl:1.60) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.81 lvl:0.92) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.53 lvl:0.78) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Social Orientation (imp:2.20) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.08) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:2.07) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cooperation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.74) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.64) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.50) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:1.32) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.24) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.21) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Integrity (imp:1.18) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.17) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Humility (imp:1.12) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.85) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Perseverance (imp:0.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.71) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.69) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cautiousness (imp:0.45) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Innovation (imp:0.33) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.18) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.06) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.19) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Service Orientation (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Time Management (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Repairing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 3,854,050
  annual_median    : $31,200
  annual_pct10     : $22,840
  annual_pct25     : $27,700
  annual_pct75     : $36,070
  annual_pct90     : $42,650
  annual_mean      : $32,150
  hourly_median    : $15.00

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($42,280)
  lowest_state     : Guam ($20,770)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.036x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp: 3,367,270  median: $  30,800
  Retail Trade                             emp:  220,820  median: $  34,790
  Educational Services                     emp:  117,240  median: $  35,370
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   46,850  median: $  33,260
  Manufacturing                            emp:   26,910  median: $  34,090
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   18,120  median: $  37,820
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   17,080  median: $  36,850
  Information                              emp:   13,430  median: $  27,860
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    9,060  median: $  32,900
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    4,260  median: $  34,990

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (15 total) ---
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp: 3,367,270  median: $  30,800
  Retail Trade                             emp:  220,820  median: $  34,790
  Educational Services                     emp:  117,240  median: $  35,370
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   46,850  median: $  33,260
  Manufacturing                            emp:   26,910  median: $  34,090
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   18,120  median: $  37,820
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A barista ( bə-REE-stə, bə-RIST-ə, Italian: [baˈrista]; lit. 'bartender') is a person, usually a coffeehouse employee, who prepares and serves espresso-based coffee drinks and other beverages.


== Etymology and inflection ==
The word barista comes from Italian, where it means a "bartender" who typically works behind a counter, serving hot drinks (such as espresso), cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks. The Italian plural is baristi for masculine (lit. 'barmen'  or 'bartenders') or bariste for feminine (lit. 'barmaids'), while English and Spanish use "baristas".


== Application of the title ==

Baristas generally operate a commercial espresso machine, and their role is preparing and pulling the shot; the degree to which this is automated or done manually varies significantly, ranging from push-button operation to an involved manual process. Good manual espresso-making is considered a skilled task. The preparation of other beverages, particularly milk-based drinks such as cappuccinos and caffè lattes, but also non-espresso coffee such as drip or press pot, requires additional work and skill for effective frothing, pouring, and latte art.
The barista is usually trained to prepare coffee by the roaster or shop owner. Experienced baristas may have the discretion to vary the preparation or experiment.
Beyond the preparation of espresso and other beverages and general customer service, skilled baristas acquire knowledge of the entire process of coffee to effectively prepare a desired cup of coffee, including maintenance and programming of the machine, grinding methods, roasting, and coffee plant cultivation, similar to how a sommelier is familiar with the entire process of winemaking and consumption. A barista can acquire these skills by attending training classes, but they are more commonly learned on the job.


== Competition ==
Formal barista competitions originated in Norway, and one such is the World Barista Championships, held annually at varied international locations. The knowledge sharing at WBC is credited with spreading the beverage espresso and tonic to North America.


== See also ==
 Media related to Baristas at Wikimedia Commons


== References ==

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: World Barista Championship (similarity: 0.4706)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Barista_Championship
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  Extract: The World Barista Championship (WBC) is an annual barista competition operated by World Coffee Events for the title of World Barista Champion. The competition is composed of the winners of the national barista championships, which are operated by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) chapters, or a

  Title: Barista (company) (similarity: 0.5600)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barista_(company)
  QID: Q644735
  Extract: Barista is a chain of espresso bars and cafes that operates in the Indian subcontinent. It is headquartered in Gurugram, India, and maintains outlets across India, and in other regional countries such as Sri Lanka, and Maldives. It is the second oldest coffee house chain in India and is currently In

  Title: Virginia Evans (similarity: 0.1818)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virginia_Evans
  QID: Q137216600
  Extract: Virginia Evans is an American novelist.

  Title: Cappuccino (similarity: 0.2222)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cappuccino
  QID: Q159774
  Extract: Cappuccino is an espresso-based coffee drink traditionally prepared with steamed milk, including a layer of milk foam.

  Title: Vida e Caffè (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vida_e_Caff%C3%A8
  QID: Q7927650
  Extract: Vida e Caffè is a privately owned South African café franchise, and supplier of beverage products. It is one of the largest café chains in South Africa.

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Baristas prepare and serve specialty coffee beverages, espresso drinks, teas, and light food items in coffeehouses and cafes. They operate espresso machines and brewing equipment while providing customer service and maintaining clean work environments. This entry-level food service role emphasizes beverage preparation skills, customer interaction, and equipment operation.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Baristas start shifts by setting up espresso machines and preparing beverage stations for service. They take customer orders, prepare hot and cold beverages including espresso drinks and blended coffees, and serve light food items like sandwiches and baked goods. Throughout the day, they clean work areas and equipment, restock supplies and product displays, and handle cash transactions. They may also grind and weigh coffee beans for retail sales, slice food items for preparation, and create promotional signage for store products.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful baristas combine strong interpersonal skills with attention to detail and physical stamina for fast-paced work environments. They excel at multitasking while maintaining quality standards and enjoy direct customer interaction throughout their shifts. The role suits individuals who are dependable, cooperative, and socially oriented, as indicated by high work style ratings in these areas. Those who thrive typically have good manual dexterity for operating equipment, clear speech for customer communication, and the ability to work efficiently under time pressure while maintaining friendly service.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most barista positions require minimal formal education, with 57.1% of workers having less than a high school diploma and 28.8% holding a high school diploma or equivalent. On-the-job training typically covers espresso machine operation, beverage preparation techniques, and customer service protocols. Many employers prefer candidates with basic customer service experience or food handling knowledge, though entry-level positions often provide comprehensive training for newcomers to the food service industry.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Baristas can advance to shift supervisor, assistant manager, or store manager positions within coffee shops and cafes. The customer service and food preparation skills transfer well to other food service roles including server, bartender, or food preparation positions. Some may pursue specialized coffee education to become coffee roasters, cafe owners, or coffee quality control specialists, while others use the experience as a stepping stone into retail management or hospitality careers.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The barista occupation employs 3,854,050 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $31,200 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Wages range from $22,840 at the 10th percentile to $42,650 at the 90th percentile, with significant geographic variation from $20,770 in Guam to $42,280 in California. The majority of employment (3,367,270 workers) concentrates in accommodation and food services, with additional opportunities in retail trade (220,820) and educational services (117,240). The large employment base reflects steady demand driven by coffee culture and the proliferation of specialty coffee shops.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Barista roles face moderate automation pressure as automated espresso machines and self-service kiosks become more sophisticated. However, the high importance of direct customer interaction (4.4 rating) and establishing interpersonal relationships provides protection against full automation, as customers often value the personal service and beverage customization that skilled baristas provide.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Fast Food and Counter Workers (35-3023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve serving food and beverages to customers with similar customer service knowledge requirements (4.2 importance for baristas).
    data: Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.4 importance)
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (4.2 importance)
  [skill_overlap] Bartenders (35-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require beverage preparation skills and customer service, with shared emphasis on active listening (3.5 importance) and social perceptiveness.
    data: Active Listening skill (3.5 importance)
    data: Service Orientation transferable skill (3.4 importance)
  [job_zone] Food Preparation Workers (35-2021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations fall in Job Zone 2 requiring minimal preparation and share food handling activities.
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Food Production knowledge (2.8 importance)
  [riasec_cluster] Waiters and Waitresses (35-3031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles emphasize social orientation and customer service with realistic work components in food service settings.
    data: Social Orientation work style
    data: Realistic RIASEC primary code (5.58)
    data: Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.0 importance)
  [wage_band] Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers (35-9011.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both are entry-level food service positions likely in similar wage ranges with comparable education requirements.
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Less than high school education (57.1%)
    data: Food service industry employment

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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