Barista CV template

What's included

• A matching cover letter in the same design
• A4, laid out for UK applications
• Real, selectable text that online application systems can read
• Switch template any time without losing a word
• AI writing help for your profile, achievements and letter (up to 60 AI actions)
• PDF and Word downloads of your CV and letter
• Edit and download again any time, no subscription

What to put on a barista CV

Cafe managers hire baristas on attitude, availability and how well you handle a queue. This barista CV template has a cosy cream side panel with your photo, shifts and coffee skills, sitting beside your cafe experience. It suits first-time baristas, students and experienced staff moving to speciality coffee shops, and it fits on A4 for UK applications.

Photos are optional on UK CVs. If you would rather leave yours out, switch to any other template at any time without losing a word. Fill it in and preview every page for free with no account, then pay £4.99 once to download PDF and Word, with a matching cover letter included.

Put availability in the side panel

Cafes run on rotas, so list the days and times you can work, including early starts and weekends. Say if your availability changes in term time.

List real coffee skills

Dialling in espresso, milk texturing, latte art, brew methods like V60 or AeroPress, and cleaning and looking after the machine are all worth naming. Only list what you can do confidently, as many cafes ask you to make drinks on a trial shift.

Show customer service in action

Give examples, such as keeping the morning rush moving, remembering regulars' orders or calmly handling a complaint. Mention till work, cash handling and opening or closing the shop.

Add food hygiene and extras

Level 2 Food Hygiene is useful, as baristas often handle food. Include allergen awareness, any barista or SCA courses, and languages you speak.

Keep it to one page

One side of A4 is usually enough. Put your newest job first, and include retail or hospitality work even if it was not in a cafe.

See a full barista CV example

Questions

How do I write a barista CV with no experience?

Focus on customer service from any job, school or volunteering role, and show you are reliable and quick to learn. Mention a short barista course or time spent making coffee at home. Put your availability clearly in the side panel, as it is often the first thing a manager checks.

Should I put a photo on my barista CV?

A photo is optional in the UK, and most cafes will not mind either way. This design has a photo spot because some hospitality employers like to put a face to a name. If you prefer to leave it out, switch to another template without losing your words.

What skills should a barista CV list?

Espresso preparation, milk texturing, latte art, cleaning the machine, till and cash handling, food hygiene and working under pressure. Add friendliness and teamwork with an example from a real shift, as these matter as much as coffee knowledge.

Do I need a cover letter for a barista job?

It is optional, though a short one helps with independent and speciality cafes. Say why you like their coffee or shop and when you can work. A matching cover letter comes with the £4.99 download, so you can tailor it to each cafe.

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