Baristas for hire in Reading

Find baristas who excel in crafting espresso drinks, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining a clean café environment. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Reading to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    881

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Customer Service9%
    Time Management7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED55%
    Bachelor's degree27%
    Master's degree16%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years30%
    1-2 years20%
    3-5 years20%
  • Current company

    Starbucks
    Costa Coffee
    Costa
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years43%
    Less than a year29%
    1-2 years29%

Browse Indeed's database of 881 profiles for Baristas in Reading

Last updated: 3 Oct 2026

Barista: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Reading: £25,420 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £27,025 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Barista/ Shift leader

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Barista ExperienceCoffee Experience

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceTask PrioritisationCash Handling
  • Helpdesk Assistant

    Woodley

    Licenses & certifications

    Occupational Safety Regulation ComplianceFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationDriving Licence

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsBarista ExperienceTime ManagementOrganisational Skills
  • Barista/Waitress

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Safety

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsPhone EtiquetteCustomer ServiceComputer LiteracyComputer Skills
  • Barista

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Barista Coffee MakingBarista ExperienceCoffee Experience

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceCustomer ServiceCash HandlingCoffee ExperienceBarista Coffee MakingFood Handling
  • Barista/Customer Service

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationDrivingDriving LicenceCare Certificate

    Skills

    Manual HandlingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsInventory ControlPackingStock Checks
  • Barista

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneDBS Check ProcessingFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceCommunication SkillsFood PreparationInventory ControlStock CoordinationPOS

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What's the average time to fill a barista role?

The average time to fill a barista role is 57 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do baristas tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a barista include: communication skills, customer service and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for baristas?

Common licenses or certifications for baristas include: Driving Licence, Food Hygiene and Food Hygiene Certificate.

What are some job titles related to baristas?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to baristas include: supervisor, now barista, barista/customer service and barista/waitress.

What level of education is common for a barista?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a barista in Reading, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a barista?

Most baristas have 7 years of professional experience.

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