Baristas need to multi-task well to do their jobs properly. Time is not a luxury for a barista; you won't be able to complete one drink at a time before starting on your next beverage. The interviewer needs to see that you can finish multiple drinks simultaneously at a fast-paced, while also having an ear open for your next order. Think back to a previous time when you did numerous tasks at once, without dropping the ball.

"While I was working at my last job, a busy burrito chain, I was constantly aware of my surroundings while completing my main function, which was preparing burritos for customers. While I was preparing burritos, I would be checking food supplies and vocalizing to the cook our orders, dietary restrictions, and special instructions. I would also have to keep my station clean while doing all my other tasks. This restaurant was an open environment which means that customers could see into my station, as well as the kitchen. This set up meant, on top of all the stress and the buzz, I needed to be friendly and engaging with the customers at all times."