barista - Store# 05231, ORINDA

Starbucks Coffee Company • Orinda, CA

4d • $20 - $23

About The Position

As a Starbucks barista, you help create a warm and welcoming space where coffee sparks connection. Each shift offers an opportunity to brighten customers’ days through friendly service, personal attention, and care in preparing beverages and food. The role suits someone who enjoys engaging with people, working in a fast-paced environment, and taking pride in their work. No previous experience is required. Starbucks describes the role as an opportunity for growth through developmental experiences and access to benefits.

Requirements

• No previous experience required.
• Be available for 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

• Provide quality beverages and food products while meeting store operating policies and standards.
• Engage with customers, understand their needs, and respond through clear and pleasant communication.
• Prepare food and beverages according to standard recipes or customer-requested modifications.
• Handle cash and follow store safety and security standards.
• Perform a variety of tasks within the store during each shift.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

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 and family expansion reimbursement.
• Paid vacation that accrues after an introductory period; the rate and annual maximum vary by work location.
• Sick time, accrued according to work location.
• Additional pay for working on one of eight observed holidays.
• Eligible partners may participate in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.) and 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 access to other educational opportunities.
• Backup care and DACA reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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