Starbucks Barista

Albertsons • Spokane, WA

5d

About The Position

As a Barista, you prepare quality beverages and create a positive customer experience. You prepare coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other menu items using established recipes and procedures, maintaining consistent quality and presentation. You keep work areas clean, safe, and organized, restock supplies, and ensure equipment and service areas are ready for use. You work with team members to maintain an efficient workflow, particularly during busy periods. You greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and help make each visit positive.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Provide friendly, timely, and helpful customer service.
• Follow recipes and procedures accurately.
• Prioritize tasks, manage multiple orders, and maintain an orderly workspace.
• Be familiar with safe food and beverage handling, sanitation practices, and safety guidelines.
• Work independently and collaboratively.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and changing service demands.
• Safely operate espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment according to established guidelines.
• Stand for extended periods, lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds, and work in varying temperature environments.
• Be available 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.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized; restock supplies and prepare equipment and service areas for continued use.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a smooth workflow, especially during busy periods.
• Greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and follow up on customer requests.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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