About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the world's leading coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry, emphasizing quality beans, innovative beverages, and exceptional customer service. In Arlington, Texas, our Store# 54773 at I-20 & Collins is a vibrant hub where baristas like you bring the Starbucks experience to life. We prioritize sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community engagement, making us more than just a coffee shop—we're a third place between work and home.

Role Overview

As a Barista at Starbucks Coffee Company in Arlington, Texas, you'll be the face of our brand, creating warm and welcoming moments for every customer. This entry-level role is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. No prior experience is required, making it an ideal starting point for career enthusiasts passionate about coffee, people, and personal growth. You'll craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and foster genuine connections that brighten days and build loyalty.

What Makes This Role Unique?

Every shift offers variety—from steaming lattes to customizing Frappuccinos—while enjoying flexible hours that fit your lifestyle. At Starbucks, baristas are empowered partners, not just employees, with opportunities to advance quickly in a supportive culture.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily impact as a Barista includes:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and cleanliness.
• Performing diverse tasks such as stocking, order-taking, and partnering with the team during peak hours.
• Delivering consistent quality to ensure every customer leaves with a smile and a memorable experience.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Quick learning aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Capacity to follow oral and written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Building lasting customer relationships.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring practices.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers industry-leading benefits to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and voluntary options.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in CA), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and stock purchase discounts via S.I.P.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan resources and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and merchandise markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families Act and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks invests in your journey with developmental experiences, training, and clear paths to promotion. Many baristas advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Our culture empowers you to lead, innovate, and grow within a global company that values your contributions.

Training and Development

From day one, you'll receive hands-on training in coffee craftsmanship, customer service, and operations, setting you up for success and upward mobility.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that sparks joy daily. In Arlington, Texas, you'll contribute to a welcoming community space while enjoying premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage via ASU Online, Spotify Premium, free coffee markouts, and 401(k) match. Experience a supportive team, flexible scheduling, and endless opportunities in the coffee industry. We're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering reasonable accommodations and fair consideration for all qualified applicants.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we provide full training for all new partners.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Eligible partners access benefits after an introductory period, including tuition coverage and insurance.

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

Ready to craft moments that matter? Apply for the Barista role at Starbucks in Arlington, Texas today!