Barista Jobs in Tacoma, VA

About The Position

Requirements

• No previous experience required.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to build relationships.
• Availability to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies and standards, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to engage with customers and respond to their needs through clear and pleasant communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality beverages and food products according to store standards.
• Engage with customers, understand their needs, and communicate clearly and pleasantly.
• Prepare food and beverages using standard recipes and customize orders when requested, including changes to temperature or ingredients.
• Handle cash and follow store safety and security policies.
• Perform a variety of tasks within the store during each shift.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance and other voluntary insurance benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave and family expansion reimbursement.
• Paid vacation, accrued after an introductory period; the amount varies by location.
• Sick time, accrued according to hours worked and work location.
• Additional pay for working on one of eight observed holidays.
• Eligible partners may participate in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.) and Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock).
• Quarterly bonus opportunity.
• Incentivized emergency savings and financial well-being tools.
• 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.
• Student loan management resources and access to other educational opportunities.
• Backup care and DACA reimbursement.