After getting out of my early morning shifts, I would go straight to Target in my work clothes and then after I finish my shopping at Target, I would go stand in line to order something to drink and I would see this cute barista at Starbucks quite a lot. Please note that I've only ever seen two male employees at that starbucks location, but he's the one I've seen the most. Also keep in mind that I'm in my work clothes so I feel quite exhausted and sweaty. After our very first conversation when he took my order, I saw him again a few weeks later or so and he was unintentionally being funny when he took my order and cheered me up after having a shitty morning that day. After leaving the location, I looked at my cup to see what was written on it, and I noticed that there was a smiley face drawn on it along with my name on it of course. That cheered me up and made my day even more.
I don't do this often nor does this happen to me often, so I don't know what I should do. This happened a month ago and I've been trying to figure out what my next move should be, like if I should ask him out or get his phone number. Ever since then, every time I see him I get nervous and scared, so I end up just ordering my drink and talking to him without making my move and then leaving. My last interaction with him was me complimenting him on his tattoo that he had just gotten done on his arm. He told me about his tattoo a little bit and appreciated my compliment. I did wanted to give him my number that day but I was scared so I never did. Is he interested in me? What should I do the next time I see him? Is it too late? I need help.
As a girl who has never done this before, this is quite hard.
UPDATE (MAY 18, 2022): Okay guys, I took your advice and wrote my number on a note and gave it to him. Maybe around 30 minutes later or so, he sent me a text!!!!! Omg I was freaking out like crazy. I was so nervous when we were talking when he was taking my order. Then I just decided to just go for it and give him my note, and I did. I still can't believe that I finally did it. We have begun texting each other today. Thanks, guys. I just wanted to share this exciting news!