What is a Barista at a coffee shop?

Question

What is a Barista at a coffee shop?

Answer 1

When using the term in English jargon, "barista" refers to one who has acquired some level of expertise in the preparation of expresso-based coffee drinks. Within certain circles, its meaning is expanding to include what might be called a "coffee sommelier;" a professional who is highly skilled in coffee preparation, with a comprehensive understanding of coffee, coffee blends, espresso, quality, coffee varieties, roast degree, espresso equipment, maintenance, latte art, etc. James Hoffmann of Britain is the current World Barista Champion.

Answer 2

The person at the machine making the drinks.

Answer 3

The barista is the person that makes your coffee.

Barista is a professional term for someone trained in this profession.

Answer 4

In Italy, a barista is a trained mixologist familiar with both alcohol and coffee-based drinks. He or she might even wear an elaborate jacket similar to that of a bandmaster or military officer. A barista is usually treated as a respected specialist, in the same vein as a wine steward or sommelier.

The skills of a barista go beyond being a good coffee maker. In some coffeeshops, a barista is also expected to have a working knowledge of all of the different blends of gourmet coffees offered. Customers may also ask a barista about roasting times or which grinder settings work best. A good barista also learns different garnishing techniques, such as creating signature designs with stir sticks and cream. There are national and international barista competitions which put all of these skills to the ultimate test.

Answer 5

Barista is the Bar Tender. that person who tends the bar and makes the drinks. In a coffee shop they are the ones who make the coffees and serve them.

Answer 6

the one who makes the coffee,thanks for the 2 points

Answer 7

A Barista is the person who works at the counter of a coffee shop.  Anyone who has ever visited Italy will have experienced the unique role the barista plays in Italian coffee houses. The profession is highly respected, and in most regions, a barista is only allowed at the helm of the espresso machine after an apprenticeship of 3-4 years.

Exceptional espresso coffee, in the traditional Italian style, relies on the marriage of the barista, the espresso equipment and the coffee. The crucial element in this marriage is the flair and the expertise of the barista.  

I guess you don't live in Italy or you would know this.  I live in the USA and believe me you don't need any special skills to work at a coffee shop...all are trainable.   Happy brewing!