Barista Capacity Calculator
Find out exactly how many baristas you need for your event — with benchmarks and a personalised recommendation.
Event Details
Adjust the sliders and options below to match your event.
100
20 guests500 guests
3h
1 hour8 hours
Baristas Needed
2
50 guests per barista
Total Drinks
210
Peak Demand
91/hr
Benchmark
Excellent — your setup exceeds SCA recommended capacity. Guests will enjoy fast, attentive service.
Our Recommendation
For 100 guests over 3 hours with a barista bar, we recommend 2 baristas — we recommend having a standby barista available for peak periods. Expect approximately 210 drinks total.
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