Barista Mock Interview
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Question 20 of 25
How important is it to keep the barista station clean during your shift?
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"I am a clean and tidy person, and I also have food safety training so you can rest assured that I would uphold your high standards of cleanliness. I have been to a few coffee shops in the area, and your shop is by far the cleanest. I would be very proud to work here."
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
The interviewer wants to hear that you understand it is essential to keep the barista station clean and tidy at all times. Tell the interviewer that it is imperative to keep the barista station clean during your shift for a variety of reasons.
From a health perspective, it is essential to keep it sanitary. From a work environment perspective, everyone enjoys working in a tidy environment. From a customer perspective, customers want to know their beverages are made in a well-kept sanitary environment; it creates a level of respect for the customer.
Be sure to mention where you have noticed a barista keeping their station clean. Did you see the barista at your local coffee shop wiping down the counter frequently during your last visit?
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I noticed the last few times, visiting your coffee shop, that the barista station is much cleaner than many other local coffee shops. It's vital that a station is clean and tidy so that all health codes are met and exceeded, and so that customers feel comfortable and willing to return time and time again."
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