Starbucks Barista

Albertsons Companies • Temecula, CA

2d • $17 - $24

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 also involves keeping work areas clean, safe, organized, and stocked; preparing equipment and service areas for ongoing use; and collaborating with teammates to maintain smooth workflow, especially during busy periods.

Baristas greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and help provide a positive customer experience. The position requires attention to detail, organization, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to safely operate beverage equipment. Employees must comply with company, division, and store policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities and duties may vary by store.

This is an entry-level position with advancement opportunity. Applicants must be at least 16 years old. Starting rates are no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to provide friendly, timely, and helpful customer service and respond to customer questions and requests.
• Familiarity with preparing coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and related products using established methods.
• 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 following established guidelines.
• 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 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.
• Safely operate espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment according to established guidelines.
• Comply with company, division, and store policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development support.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits.
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Depending on length of service, hours worked, applicable collective bargaining agreement, and company policy, benefits may include vision, disability, and life insurance; sick pay; paid holidays; and retirement benefits such as pension and/or 401(k) eligibility.
• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.

What This Job Offers

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