Baristas for hire in Reading

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    821

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Customer Service8%
    Barista Experience7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED65%
    Bachelor's degree25%
    Vocational or technical training5%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year8%
    1-2 years12%
    3-5 years26%
  • Current company

    Costa Coffee
    Starbucks
    Gail’s Bakery
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year28%
    1-2 years38%
    2-5 years31%

Browse Indeed's database of 821 profiles for Baristas in Reading

Last updated: 15 Aug 2026

Barista: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Reading: £25,420 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420£26,728 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Receptionist

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    A LevelMathsItalianGCSESpanishEnglish

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsBarista ExperienceCoffee ExperienceBarista Coffee MakingCustomer Service
  • Barista

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    COSHH ComplianceLaboratory ExperienceCOSHH AssessmentsFirst AidCar up to 3.5 TonnesNEBOSH

    Skills

    Analysis Skills5SCOSHH AssessmentsCOSHH ComplianceFirst Aid AdministrationFirst Aid
  • Barista

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneLatte ArtBarista Coffee MakingBarista ExperienceAcrylic Nail Extension ServiceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceBarista ExperienceDriving
  • Food Service Assistant

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneBarista ExperienceFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Safety

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceCoffee ExperienceBarista Coffee MakingFood HygieneFood SafetyHospitality
  • Front of House Staff

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneDBS Check ProcessingFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsLeadershipHospitalityCafé ExperienceFront DeskCustomer Service
  • School Kitchen Assistant

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Paediatric First Aid CertificationFirst AidCustomer ServiceFirst Aid AdministrationPaediatric First Aid

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementFood HygieneFood SafetyNutrition

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

The average time to fill a Barista role is 58 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 barista experience.

What licenses or certifications are common for a Barista?

Common licenses or certifications for baristas include: Driving Licence, Car up to 3 5 Tonnes and First Aid.

What are some job titles related to baristas?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to baristas include: receptionist, assistant manager and bar leader.

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 8 years of professional experience.

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