Starbucks Barista - West Michigan Area

SpartanNash•Caledonia, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role prepares coffee shop beverages and food, operates a cash register, and receives customer payments in a timely and efficient manner while providing courteous customer service. The posting covers Starbucks locations throughout the Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Holland, and Zeeland areas; candidates will be considered for openings in this market based on business needs and location availability. The associate prepares beverages and food according to established standards and procedures, handles products safely, and maintains a clean, well-stocked department that follows company safety and sanitation standards. The role also involves stocking and rotating merchandise, processing customer purchases, communicating store programs and specials, and supporting other departments when needed. Additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of retail or related experience preferred.
Good verbal communication skills and the ability to interact politely and effectively with customers.
Good customer service and organizational skills; detail-oriented.
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
Ability to lift or move up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
One year of retail or related experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare coffee shop beverages by brewing, mixing, or blending them according to established standards.
Prepare food items according to procedures.
Handle food and beverages safely and follow established guidelines while maintaining a clean work environment.
Operate the cash register, itemize purchases, and process payments, including cash, checks, credit cards, gift certificates, and coupons.
Stock items and rotate coffee items and merchandise displays.
Maintain an understanding of current store programs and product locations.
Understand and efficiently operate register and coffee shop equipment.
Notify the department lead or manager when products or supplies need to be ordered.
Follow company policies for security, cash handling and cash drawer accounting, and product handling, including damaged or spoiled products.
Maintain a clean and well-stocked department and follow company safety and sanitation procedures and standards.
Communicate company programs, in-store specials, and coupons to customers, and model high service standards.
Follow all PPE and safety guidelines, food safety and cleaning expectations, and guest experience guidelines.
Perform tasks in other departments when assigned based on customer experience needs.
Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.