Starbucks Dept Manager-Woodbridge

Albertsons Companies • Woodbridge, VA

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About The Position

The Starbucks Department Manager oversees daily department operations at Albertsons Companies, with responsibility for delivering strong customer service, maintaining operational consistency, and supporting sales and financial goals. The role ensures consistent execution of service, food safety, and Starbucks standards in a fast-paced, customer-focused café environment.

The manager supports and develops associates, coordinates daily workflow, maintains inventory and product quality, and helps manage department performance, budgeting, and expenses. The position also involves communication with vendors, store management teams, and community partners, along with required reporting and administrative work. Availability must be flexible, including opening, closing, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service focus with a professional team presence.
• Effective communication, coaching, and collaboration skills.
• Strong organization, time management, and planning abilities.
• Ability to remain steady in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Knowledge of café or food service operations and customer experience.
• Experience or skills in inventory management, ordering, and product rotation.
• Scheduling, task coordination, and team support skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and compliance practices.
• Knowledge of Starbucks products, preparation standards, and service expectations.
• Knowledge of food safety requirements and sanitation procedures.
• Familiarity with store systems, ordering tools, and basic computer applications.
• Ability to review department performance, inventory, and operational trends.
• Ability to train, coach, and support associate development.
• Ability to organize and coordinate daily work activities.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. and work extended periods in a retail environment.
• Flexible availability, including opening, closing, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable attendance and compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Starbucks Department operations, ensuring strong customer service and operational consistency.
• Support hiring, training, coaching, and development of Starbucks associates.
• Maintain a customer-first environment and respond appropriately to service needs and concerns.
• Coordinate daily activities and responsibilities to support smooth workflow and service levels.
• Maintain calm, consistent operations during high-volume periods.
• Execute company and Starbucks programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and product handling standards.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, product rotation, and storage.
• Support department sales, budgeting, and expense management.
• Maintain accurate communication with vendors, store management teams, and community partners.
• Complete required reporting and administrative responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.
• Benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, PTO or vacation pay or flexible time off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).
• Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.

What This Job Offers

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