Barča is one of the familiar faces at our Pilot café in Pankrác that many guests recognize. She’s a barista who has been behind the counter almost from the very beginning - actually, since the opening. When you come in for your morning coffee today, there’s a good chance she’ll be the one preparing your first cup.
She joined Pilot quietly, simply looking for a part-time job at a café. But as is often the case in hospitality, the part-time role slowly turned into a full-time position - and suddenly, she’s been behind the bar for nearly three years.
What she enjoys most about the job is its variety. No day is exactly the same. Every shift has a slightly different rhythm, different guests, and a different kind of energy. And that’s exactly what she loves most about it.
Her favorite coffees? Batch brew or an oat flat white. Two coffee classics that never disappoint and are just as great in the morning as in the afternoon.
A typical day at the café follows a pretty clear routine for Barča. First, she opens the café, then handles the morning rush and the first batch brew. After that, it’s lunchtime, the second batch, and the afternoon rush. Somewhere in between, there’s also time to pet a few dogs that stop by with their owners for coffee. Then it’s time to clean up and head home.
What makes her happiest during a shift? When regular customers come in - and when lots of dogs appear at the door. At Pilot, we know well that dogs can be just as important a part of the visit as the coffee itself.
When asked about funny moments, Barča simply says: “Every day with my colleagues.” And that pretty much sums it up.
When she’s not working, she’s usually working out or out doing coffee catering with Peťa, where Pilot brings its vibe beyond the café.
One of her hidden talents is that she’s really good at the game “Countries-Cities.” And if she didn’t work in a café, she could see herself as a Pilates instructor.
Her superpower? Apparently, she makes really good lasagna.
And something people might not guess about her? She’s afraid of buttons.
When Barča arrives at work, ideally, the track “Number 1” by Ektor should be playing - a song that sets the shift’s pace even before the coffee machine is turned on.
And the motto that best describes her? “When you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything.”
