About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry. In Allentown, Pennsylvania, our Store# 11375 on Airport Road embodies this mission by providing a warm, welcoming space where customers find not just exceptional beverages but genuine moments of joy. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this experience, turning every shift into an opportunity to brighten someone's day.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Allentown, PA, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and love interacting with people. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the retail and food service sector. You'll craft high-quality coffee, food items, and customized orders while fostering customer relationships through warm smiles and personalized service. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with your lifestyle. At Starbucks, we invest in your growth with developmental experiences and industry-leading benefits.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily tasks are varied and impactful:

• Engage with customers using clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Prepare beverages and food to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Handle cash transactions accurately while upholding store safety and security standards.
• Perform multiple roles within the store per shift, from brewing coffee to maintaining a clean environment.
• Deliver consistent quality in every product, ensuring every customer leaves with a smile.

Customer-Centric Focus

At the core of the Barista role is building connections. Remembering a favorite order or offering a warm greeting creates lasting impressions that keep customers returning to our Allentown location.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join our team. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Meeting store policies on quality beverages, food products, cash handling, safety, and security.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following oral and written instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building. If you have these traits, you're set to succeed—no prior experience needed.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners enjoy comprehensive benefits that set us apart in the industry:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and stock discount via S.I.P.
• Education: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan management and DACA reimbursement.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts during shifts, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Pennsylvania regulations, and are detailed at starbucksbenefits.com.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond through hands-on training and leadership development. Our culture empowers you with opportunities to grow, whether through internal promotions or educational support like the College Achievement Plan. Many partners start as Baristas and build lifelong careers, leveraging our global network for relocation and advancement.

Training and Development

From day one, you'll receive expert training on coffee craftsmanship, customer service, and operational excellence, ensuring you're equipped for success and future roles.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Allentown means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that values inclusivity, innovation, and community. We offer competitive pay at the entry point for the role based on location, with opportunities for raises through performance. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and provides reasonable accommodations. In a vibrant city like Allentown, you'll contribute to a store that serves the local community while enjoying premium benefits like Bean Stock, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium. Experience the Starbucks difference: where every cup sparks connection.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we welcome beginners and provide full training.

Q: What shifts are available? A: Flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Eligible partners access insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k) match, and perks like free drinks right away after introductory periods.

Q: How do I apply? A: Visit our careers site or contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com for support.

Q: Is this full-time or part-time? A: Flexible, accommodating various schedules.