# Baristas On Tap

> Platform for coffee shops to find and book trained baristas for shifts. (iPhone/iPad app by Yin Shen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baristas-on-tap/id1435313827 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yin Shen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435313826)
- Category: Business, Food & Drink
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 44 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 46 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-10-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baristas-on-tap/id1435313827/reviews.md

## What is Baristas On Tap?

Tailored especially for the speciality coffee industry Baristas On Tap is the best place to access fully trained baristas to cover the gaps in your rota.

If you're a coffee shop you can use the app by following these steps:
1. Set up one or more of your shops to the app and book shifts as needed.

2. Receive updates instantly when a barista picks up your shift.

3. When the shift is completed you can help improve the service by rating your barista to ensure a high quality of service.

4. If you've enjoyed working with a specific barista you can book that same person again using the barista search function.

5. Use the app to view, download, and manage your invoices.

If you're a barista you can use the app by following these steps:
1. Upload your CV and wait to be approved. Someone from the team will be in touch if there are any issues.

2. Receive updates instantly when customer posts a shift.

3. Before taking a shift you can view the location, equipment and coffee you will be using.

4. When the shift is completed you can help improve the service by rating your experience to ensure a high quality of service is delivered at all times.

5. Use the app to generate and then view, download, or manage your invoices.

## Key features

- Book trained baristas
- Post and manage shifts
- Instant shift notifications
- Barista rating system
- Barista search and rebooking
- Invoice management

## Recent user reviews (10 of 44)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baristas-on-tap/id1435313827/reviews.md

### 1/5 — They don't review applications

*2026-08-22, version 1.168*

I have signed up 2 years ago and i'm still on waiting list (i have 10 years barista experience) so I genuinely think they don't check anymore

### 1/5 — Terrible company

*2026-07-25, version 1.168*

You apply and it takes them years to approve you. You need a barista on tap in the summer and no one is taking the job. 
You email them about this and of course there’s no reply. I hope competition wake you up. 

Specially you have a lot of members that do such an average job for their rates. Whoever is doing the recruitment should make their way to the job centre!

### 1/5 — Still on the waiting list..

*2026-06-05, version 1.167*

It’s been a while. I am still on the waiting list..

### 1/5 — Never ending waiting list & No answer

*2026-05-11, version 1.167*

They will leave you on waiting list forever and the customer service is so bad that they will never answer your emails. 

Bad bad management.

### 1/5 — No answer

*2026-05-08, version 1.167*

I have been registered a year ago, still on the waiting list

### 1/5 — Long wait list no communication

*2026-03-17, version 1.159*

After hearing good things I decided to sign up. 3 years later I’m still on a wait list. Tried reaching out to customer service and got nothing, even tried contacting their instagram but it seems they’ve stopped posting there too. It’s a real shame because the idea is so exiting

### 1/5 — Waiting list

*2026-01-24, version 1.159*

Despite reaching out numerous times, despite having over ten years experience in training, roasting, shop management and head barista roles, I’ve been in the waiting list for three years. I’ve tried signing up with different emails etc I heard them say that the wait is no long than a month. However - I know many people stuck in the waiting list limbo. It’s just a  pointless app at this point.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2025-07-06, version 1.145*

I’ve been on a waiting list for 2 years. Useless

### 1/5 — Admins On Holiday

*2025-06-11, version 1.145*

No administration,  either for people or services.

### 1/5 — Unresponsive and Unhelpful

*2025-03-12, version 1.144*

Very disappointing service. Avoid at all costs.”

## Frequently asked questions about Baristas On Tap

### What does Baristas On Tap do?

Baristas On Tap is a platform designed to connect coffee shops with fully trained baristas to cover temporary staffing needs. Coffee shops can post shifts and find available baristas, while baristas can discover and accept shifts.

### How can coffee shops use the app?

Coffee shops can set up their locations, post shifts they need covered, and receive instant notifications when a barista accepts. They can also rate baristas after shifts and use a search function to rebook preferred staff. The app also allows for invoice management.

### How can baristas use the app?

Baristas can upload their CV and await approval. Once approved, they can receive instant updates on available shifts, view details like location and equipment, and rate their experience after completing a shift. They can also generate and manage their invoices.

### Is there a cost to use Baristas On Tap?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. There are no mentions of subscription fees, in-app purchases, or advertisements, suggesting it operates on a complimentary model for both coffee shops and baristas.

### What kind of baristas are available?

The app focuses on providing access to fully trained baristas specifically for the specialty coffee industry. This ensures that coffee shops can find staff with the necessary skills and experience to maintain a high quality of service.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.168 — 2026-06-16

Bug and stability fixes

### 1.167 — 2026-04-18

Bug and stability fixes.

### 1.165 — 2026-04-10

Improved Available Shifts filtering and hidden-shift controls
Hourly rate now shown on shift cards
Calendar sync now lets you pick a calendar
Shift details now show date
Performance and reliability improvements

### 1.163 — 2026-03-31

Bug and stability fixes
Added staff roster tab for customers
Added ability for customer to add tips

### 1.159 — 2025-12-21

Added ability to view notifications from the upcoming shifts screen.

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All apps by Yin Shen: https://appshunter.io/developer/1435313826

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