Barista I (Starbucks)

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position contributes to Starbucks and University of Arizona success by providing legendary customer service. The Barista creates the Starbucks Experience by providing prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable store environment. The position models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles. Work includes early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, and is based at the Tucson campus in Tucson, Arizona. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency.
• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of Starbucks culture, values, and mission.
• Knowledge of sanitation and quality food service standards.
• Knowledge of weights and measures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to occasionally transport or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome customers while providing exceptional customer service.
• Take orders, offer menu recommendations, and note dietary restrictions or special requests.
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages and food according to standardized recipes or customer specifications.
• Maintain food safety standards.
• Accurately receive and process payments using point-of-sale systems.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, ensuring stations, equipment, and storage areas are properly secured and stocked.
• Restock supplies, including cups, lids, coffee beans, syrups, and food items.
• Maintain clean and stocked workstations.
• Keep the work environment clean and organized, including sanitizing equipment and wiping counters.
• Monitor and record appropriate storage and equipment temperatures to ensure product quality and safety.
• Clean and maintain food preparation equipment, stations, and storage areas.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Tuition reduction at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University for the employee and qualified family members
• Retirement plans
• Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED