Starbucks Barista

Albertsons Companies • Austin, TX

10h

About The Position

As a Barista, you prepare coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other menu items using established recipes and procedures, maintaining consistency and quality in presentation. You help create a positive customer experience by greeting customers, taking orders, answering questions, and responding to requests.

The role also involves organizing and maintaining a clean, safe work area; restocking supplies; and keeping equipment and service areas ready for use. You collaborate with team members to maintain a smooth workflow, including during busy periods. The work can be fast-paced and requires standing for extended periods, moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, and working in varying temperatures.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Provide friendly, timely, and helpful customer service.
• Follow recipes and procedures accurately to maintain quality and consistency.
• Prioritize tasks, manage multiple orders, and maintain an orderly workspace.
• Be familiar with safe food and beverage handling, sanitation practices, and safety guidelines.
• Work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and changing service demands.
• Safely operate espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment according to established guidelines.
• Stand for extended periods, lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds, and work in varying temperature environments.
• Be available to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior food service or customer service experience preferred.
• Familiarity with preparing coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and related products using established methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other menu items according to established recipes and procedures.
• Maintain consistent beverage quality and presentation.
• Greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and follow up on customer requests.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe; restock supplies and maintain service areas.
• Use equipment safely and keep it ready for continuous use.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain an efficient workflow, especially during busy periods.
• Follow food and beverage handling, sanitation, and safety practices.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development supported by leaders.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed