About The Position

The Barista sells and prepares Starbucks coffee beverages according to Starbucks standards, providing caring hospitality and exceptional customer service through product knowledge. This seasonal role requires working weekend shifts, with hours dependent on business needs and colleague availability. Schedules may include retail hours during the day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays. The Barista demonstrates knowledge of coffee and pastry stations, maintains work areas and equipment to Health Department standards, and prepares products according to Starbucks recipes and speed-of-service expectations. The role also includes station-specific duties, customer education and service, maintaining merchandise presentations and stock levels, and opening or closing the area as assigned.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and interpret instructional documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
  • Ability to work a flexible retail schedule, including day, evening, weekend, and/or holiday hours.
  • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, with reaching, crouching, kneeling, and stooping as needed.
  • Frequent use of computers and other technology, including handheld equipment and cash registers, and ability to process register transactions.
  • Ability to frequently lift or move up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

  • 1–2 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate current and working knowledge of drip coffee, cold beverage, espresso bar, and pastry stations.
  • Follow company standards and maintain work areas and equipment in accordance with Health Department standards.
  • Follow Starbucks Simple Service Steps and Magic Selling skills to provide an exceptional customer experience.
  • Educate, sample, and serve customers food and beverage products.
  • Perform station-specific duties and responsibilities.
  • Open and/or close the area using the appropriate checklist and verify completion with the Manager on Duty before leaving.
  • Maintain PAR stock levels and product presentation standards.
  • Prepare and present products following Starbucks recipes while meeting speed-of-service standards.
  • Follow Starbucks merchandising and signing standards.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and professional dress standards to comply with company, Starbucks, and Health Department requirements.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
  • Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships and supports authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Eight paid holidays
  • Continuous learning and leadership development
  • Colleague Resource Groups
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Merchandise discounts
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Annual merit review
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
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