Starbucks Barista

Albertsons Companies • Mountain View, CA

3d • $17 - $22

About The Position

The Barista prepares coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other menu items using established recipes and procedures, maintaining consistent quality and presentation. The role includes keeping work and service areas clean, safe, organized, and stocked; ensuring equipment is ready for use; and collaborating with team members to maintain smooth workflow, especially during busy periods. Baristas greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and help create a positive customer experience. The position requires adaptability in a fast-paced environment and the ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds, and work in varying temperature environments. This is an entry-level position with advancement opportunity.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to provide friendly, timely, and helpful customer service.
• Ability to follow recipes and procedures accurately.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple orders, and maintain an orderly workspace.
• Familiarity with safe food and beverage handling, sanitation practices, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing service demands.
• Ability to safely operate espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds, and work in varying temperature environments.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior food service or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other menu items according to established recipes and procedures.
• Maintain beverage quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Organize and maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Restock supplies and keep equipment and service areas ready for continuous use.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth workflow, particularly during busy periods.
• Greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and follow up on customer requests.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment safely according to established guidelines.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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