Automation index
Can AI do a Barista’s job?
Today an AI or a robot can barely cover part of a shift. Pace, the physical space, and dealing with people still are the job.
It does not measure how many roles are at risk.
IS WORK OVER?
Barista
18%
AI or a robot can already do 18% of this job.
#61 / 70
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Tasks and time saved
Tasks and time saved
Recipes and till
35%25% of the week
Shift work
15%20% of the week
Bar and manner
10%40% of the week
Machine upkeep
15%15% of the week
Estimate · first measured 25 Aug 2026. · Coverage 50%