barista - Store# 02830, NORTHGATE PLAZA - Full-time

Starbucks Coffee Company is a globally recognized coffeehouse chain known for its commitment to crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful moments for its customers. With thousands of stores worldwide, Starbucks has built a reputation not only for high-quality beverages but also for fostering a warm, welcoming environment where connections are made over each cup. Starbucks prioritizes customer experience and community engagement, making every visit a unique and memorable occasion. The company places great emphasis on employee growth and development, offering industry-leading benefits and opportunities for advancement within the organization. This philosophy extends beyond just serving coffee; it reflects Starbucks' dedication to creating a positive impact on both customers and partners (employees). Joining Starbucks as a Barista means becoming part of a team that values interpersonal connections, customer satisfaction, and high-quality service. This role involves more than just preparing coffee—it’s about crafting experiences that brighten someone's day through personalized service and attention to detail. Working in a fast-paced, dynamic atmosphere, the Barista engages with customers by remembering preferences, offering tailored drink options, and maintaining a friendly demeanor. The position is ideal for individuals who thrive when delivering excellent customer service, enjoy teamwork, and seek to develop skills in a supportive environment. Starbucks offers flexible working hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, making it suitable for those with varied schedules. Starbucks is committed to partner (employee) growth by providing continuous learning opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance options, disability coverage, paid parental and vacation leave, and participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Additionally, Starbucks supports educational advancement through the College Achievement Plan, offering 100% tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree via Arizona State University’s online program. Other perks include employee stock purchase and equity programs, emergency savings incentives, student loan management resources, backup care services, and more. Working at Starbucks also involves observing store policies and safety standards, handling cash, and maintaining store cleanliness and organization. This entry-level position requires no prior experience but demands strong interpersonal skills, the ability to learn quickly, and a commitment to providing excellent customer experiences. The Barista will prepare beverages and food according to set recipes or customer modifications, manage multiple tasks efficiently during each shift, and contribute actively as a team member. Starbucks values diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics. The company also ensures reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

• maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality with or without reasonable accommodation
• available to work flexible hours including early mornings evenings weekends nights and holidays
• comply with store operating policies and standards including providing quality beverages food cash handling and store safety with or without reasonable accommodation
• engage with and understand customers through clear and pleasant communication
• prepare food and beverages to standard or customized recipes including temperature ingredient quantity or substitutions
• available to perform many different tasks within the store during each shift