barista - Store# 26160, Freeport

Starbucks Coffee Company•Freeport, IL
•$15 - $17

About The Position

As a Starbucks Barista, you help create a warm, welcoming space where coffee sparks connection and customer interactions brighten someone’s day. You engage with customers, respond to their needs, prepare beverages and food, and contribute to the store’s operations in a fast-paced environment. No previous experience is required; Starbucks offers developmental experiences to support your growth.

Requirements

  • No previous experience required.
  • Available to work flexible hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
  • Ability to learn quickly.
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and request clarification when needed.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Follow store operating policies and standards, including quality, cash handling, safety, and security standards.
  • Engage with customers, understand their needs, and communicate clearly and pleasantly.
  • Prepare food and beverages according to standard recipes or customer customizations.
  • Perform a variety of tasks in the store during each shift.
  • Work as part of a team and build relationships.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance and other voluntary insurance benefits
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid parental leave
  • Family expansion reimbursement
  • Paid vacation, accrued after an introductory period
  • Sick time
  • Additional pay for working on one of eight observed holidays
  • Eligible partners’ access to a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
  • Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
  • Quarterly bonus opportunity
  • Incentivized emergency savings and financial well-being tools
  • Upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
  • Student loan management resources and other educational opportunities
  • Backup care
  • DACA reimbursement
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