WE WORK IN A CAFE

 Working in a cafe is a popular job, especially for students or people looking for flexible hours. This topic introduces vocabulary and expressions related to jobs in a cafe, customer service, and teamwork. Students will practice discussing their workplace, their roles, and how they feel about their jobs. The lesson focuses on using the present simple tense to describe routines and work-related activities.

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to talk about jobs in a cafe, describe daily tasks, and express their opinions about their work.

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GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple for Daily Routines

• Subject + base verb + complement
  • Example: We work in a cafe.
  • Example: She serves coffee to customers.

2. Questions with “Do” and “Does”

• Do/Does + subject + base verb + complement?
  • Example: Do you work in a cafe?
  • Example: Does she like her job?

3. Negative Sentences with “Don’t” and “Doesn’t”

• Subject + do not (don’t) / does not (doesn’t) + base verb + complement.
  • Example: We don’t work on Sundays.
  • Example: She doesn’t serve drinks in the morning.

4. Using Adverbs of Frequency

• Always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never
  • Example: We always clean the tables after customers leave.
  • Example: She sometimes bakes cakes in the kitchen.

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VOCABULARY

1. Cafe: A small restaurant that serves coffee, tea, and snacks.
   Example: We work in a cafe near the park.

2. Barista: A person who makes coffee drinks.
   Example: He is a barista, and he loves making cappuccinos.

3. Customer: A person who buys something.
   Example: The customers are very friendly.

4. Menu: A list of food and drinks.
   Example: The cafe menu includes coffee, tea, and sandwiches.

5. Table: A piece of furniture where customers eat or drink.
   Example: We clean the tables after every customer.

6. Tip: Extra money given for good service.
   Example: We get tips from happy customers.

7. Shift: A period of work hours.
   Example: I work the morning shift on weekends.

8. Kitchen: The place where food is prepared.
   Example: The kitchen is very clean.

9. Waiter/Waitress: A person who serves food and drinks.
   Example: She is a waitress in a busy cafe.

10. Order: A request for food or drinks.
    Example: He takes the orders from customers.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• We work in a cafe near the beach.
• I am a barista, and I love my job.
• What would you like to order?
• Would you like a coffee or tea?
• We clean the tables after every customer.
• The cafe is busy during the mornings.
• She usually works the evening shift.
• We get good tips from satisfied customers.
• The menu has many delicious items.
• I enjoy working with my team.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. We work in a cafe that serves coffee and snacks.
2. She enjoys talking to customers.
3. He usually makes coffee in the morning.

Negative Sentences

1. We don’t work on public holidays.
2. She doesn’t like working late at night.
3. The cafe doesn’t serve lunch.

Questions and Answers

1. Q: Do you work in a cafe?
   A: Yes, I do.
2. Q: Does she enjoy her job?
   A: Yes, she does.
3. Q: What time does the cafe open?
   A: It opens at 8 a.m.

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CONVERSATION

Situation: Two coworkers talking during a break

Sam: Do you like working in this cafe?
Mia: Yes, I do. I enjoy meeting new people. What about you?
Sam: I like it too, but sometimes it’s stressful when the cafe is busy.
Mia: I agree. But the tips are good!
Sam: That’s true. What’s your favorite part of the job?
Mia: I love making lattes. What about you?
Sam: I enjoy chatting with regular customers.

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READING

A Day in the Life of a Cafe Worker

Ella works in a small cafe in the city center. She starts her shift at 7 a.m. every morning. Her first task is to prepare the coffee machines. Then, she arranges the pastries on the display.

At 8 a.m., the cafe opens, and customers begin to arrive. Ella greets them with a smile and takes their orders. She works as a barista, so she makes all the coffee drinks, including cappuccinos, lattes, and espressos.

The mornings are always busy, but Ella enjoys the energy of the cafe. During her break, she talks with her coworkers. In the afternoon, she helps clean the tables and restock the shelves.

Ella loves her job because she enjoys working with people and making them happy with a good cup of coffee.

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Questions

1. What time does Ella start her shift?
   Answer: She starts her shift at 7 a.m.

2. What is Ella’s first task?
   Answer: Her first task is to prepare the coffee machines.

3. What does Ella do as a barista?
   Answer: She makes coffee drinks like cappuccinos, lattes, and espressos.

4. Why does Ella enjoy her job?
   Answer: She enjoys working with people and making them happy.

5. What does Ella do in the afternoon?
   Answer: She helps clean the tables and restock the shelves.