Starbucks Dept Manager-Woodbridge

Albertsons • Woodbridge, VA

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About The Position

The Starbucks Department Manager oversees daily Starbucks department operations at Albertsons Companies, supporting customer experience, product quality, operational consistency, sales, and financial goals. The role maintains a welcoming, customer-first café environment; supports and develops associates; and ensures that service, food safety, sanitation, product handling, and Starbucks standards are consistently followed. The position involves coordinating daily work, managing inventory and ordering, supporting department performance, and completing communication, reporting, and administrative duties in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service focus and 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 skill in inventory management, ordering, and product rotation.
• Ability to support scheduling, task coordination, and teams.
• 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.
• Knowledge of 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 to ensure 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
• Training, career growth, and development
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served

What This Job Offers

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