barista - Store# 21749, 95TH AND ANTIOCH - Full-time
Posted on October 24, 2025
Starbucks Coffee Company is a globally recognized coffeehouse chain and roaster known for its commitment to quality coffee, customer experience, and community connection. Founded in 1971, Starbucks has grown to become a leader in the specialty coffee industry, with thousands of stores worldwide. The company emphasizes inclusivity, diversity, sustainability, and social impact as core elements of its business model. Starbucks is regarded not just as a coffee brand, but as a gathering place where people can connect, work, or relax in a welcoming environment that celebrates both individuality and community. Its store teams, known as partners, play a vital role in creating the signature Starbucks Experience that customers return for day after day.
As a Starbucks barista, you will be an essential part of the store team responsible for delivering exceptional customer service and crafting high-quality beverages and food items according to Starbucks' standards. This role goes beyond simply making coffee; it is about inspiring with every cup and creating warm, personal connections with customers. Baristas engage with customers to understand their preferences and needs, preparing beverages and food to exact recipes or customized requests. Working in an energetic and fast-paced environment, baristas also maintain clean and organized workspaces and collaborate closely with their teammates to ensure smooth operations. Starbucks values people who are friendly, adaptable, eager to learn, and committed to quality in their work.
The barista position offers numerous benefits for both part-time and full-time partners including tuition coverage through Starbucks College Achievement Plan, comprehensive health plans, stock and savings programs, flexible scheduling, and paid time off. Starbucks also emphasizes equal opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. The company fosters a supportive environment where individuals can develop skills, advance their careers, and contribute to a positive impact in their communities. This opportunity is ideal for those who consider themselves people persons, enjoy teamwork, and are passionate about delivering hospitality with heart. Join Starbucks and become part of a global community that values connection, quality, and shared success.
- Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
- Available to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays
- Meet store operating policies and standards including quality, cash handling, and safety
- Engage with and understand customers through clear and pleasant communication
- Prepare food and beverages to standard and customized recipes
- Available to perform various tasks within the store during each shift
- Ability to learn quickly
- Ability to understand and carry out instructions
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to build relationships