Automation index
How much of a Barista’s job can AI already do?
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.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Barista
28%
AI can already do 28% of this job.
#84 / 623
View rankingBarista
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Receive and process customer payments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Describe menu items to customers, or suggest products that might appeal to them.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare or serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Clean service or seating areas.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 42% | 28% | +11.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- comply with food safety and hygiene
- educate customers on tea varieties
- maintain relationship with customers
- greet guests
- handle customer complaints
- upsell products
- handover the service area
- set up the coffee area
- maintain customer service
- work in a hospitality team
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-3023.01· ESCO/ISCO 5132
IS WORK OVER?
Brewer
25%
#243 / 623
View rankingBrewer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Recipes, mash and the beer’s profile.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Boil, hops and the drop to fermenter.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 22% | +4 |
Taste tanks, dry hop and when to pack.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
CIP, quality and plant microbiology.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Packaging, batches and what hits the bar.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The recipe call and owning the batch.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- brew beer
- mash
- hop the wort
- taste tanks
- fermentation
- CIP
- package beer
- sign the batch
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-9012.00· ESCO/ISCO 8160