barista - Store# 02552, SQUIRREL & UNIVERSITY

Starbucks - Auburn Hills, MI

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Auburn Hills, MI

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

As a barista at Starbucks, you will create a welcoming and engaging experience for customers by providing excellent service and expertly-crafted beverages. This role emphasizes teamwork, customer interaction, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace in a fast-paced environment. You will have the opportunity to master your food and beverage craft while connecting with customers and colleagues, embodying the values of warmth and belonging that Starbucks promotes.

Responsibilities

• Create the Starbucks Experience for customers through excellent service and expertly-crafted products.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide a pleasant communication experience.
• Prepare food and beverages according to standard recipes or customized for customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Handle cash and ensure store safety and security.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to achieve store goals.
• Adapt to various tasks within the store during each shift.

Requirements

• No previous experience required.
• Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Available to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Meet store operating policies and standards, including quality beverages and food products, cash handling, and store safety.
• Ability to learn quickly and understand oral and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in customer service or food service environments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.

Benefits

• 100% tuition coverage through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.
• Health coverage with various plans to choose from.
• Stock and savings programs, including the Bean Stock equity reward program.
• Flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off.
• Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid parental leave and family expansion reimbursement.