Starbucks Baristas

Balls Foods•Olathe, KS

21d

About The Position

We are looking for an energetic, guest-focused Starbucks Barista to work at a Starbucks located inside Price Chopper. The role involves crafting high-quality, handcrafted beverages and providing a welcoming, café-style experience that builds guest connections, supports sales, and keeps the coffeehouse operating smoothly. The position suits someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, takes pride in creating quality beverages, and connects with guests while keeping operations efficient and organized. Price Chopper is part of the Balls Food Stores family, described as a locally owned company with deep community roots. Baristas contribute to exceptional guest experiences through quality products, teamwork, and consistent execution.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in coffee, food service, grocery, or retail environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare handcrafted coffee and espresso beverages and food items according to company recipe and presentation standards.
Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service to create a welcoming coffeehouse experience.
Engage with guests, answer questions, and recommend products to enhance their visit and drive sales.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe coffeehouse and work area.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.
Operate POS systems, scanners, and related equipment accurately.
Stock, rotate, and merchandise products using FIFO methods to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
Monitor inventory and communicate low or out-of-stock items to leadership.
Stay informed about promotions, seasonal beverages, and store initiatives.
Communicate with teammates and leadership to support smooth daily operations.
Collaborate with other departments to support store performance and guest satisfaction.
Assist with cleaning, restocking, and preparation work during slower periods.
Support loss prevention efforts and follow company policies and procedures.
Participate in required training and continuous learning opportunities.
Remain productive and support store readiness.
Perform other duties as assigned.