About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee one meaningful moment at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In Aurora, Colorado, our Store# 21242 at S. Parker Rd & E. Quincy Ave embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced environment where baristas make a real difference. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks commits to diversity, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations for all qualified applicants.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Aurora, Colorado, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love people. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create genuine connections with guests. Every shift offers opportunities to brighten days with a smile, personalized service, and pride in quality work. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, supporting work-life balance while investing in your growth through developmental experiences.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily tasks drive the Starbucks experience:

• Engage customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages following standard recipes or customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, adapting quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Build relationships by remembering favorite orders and delivering warm smiles.

Daily Impact

Baristas are the face of Starbucks, turning routine visits into memorable moments that foster loyalty and community in Aurora.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow:

• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Available for flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral/written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team collaboration, and relationship-building abilities.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides training to succeed.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers industry-leading benefits for partners and families:

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

Benefits comply with Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and may vary by location or bargaining agreements. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks invests in your journey with developmental experiences, training, and pathways to advancement. Start as a Barista and progress to shift supervisor, store manager, or beyond. Partners gain skills in customer service, operations, and leadership, supported by tuition coverage for ASU Online degrees. Programs like Bean Stock align your success with company growth, offering equity in a thriving brand.

Training & Development

Comprehensive onboarding ensures quick mastery of recipes, equipment, and service standards, empowering you from day one.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where your contributions matter. In Aurora, enjoy a supportive team, premium benefits like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium, and the pride of crafting moments that connect people. With competitive estimated salaries ($32,000-$42,000 yearly), 401(k) match, and tuition-free education, Starbucks builds lasting careers. We're committed to equal opportunity, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and providing accommodations as needed.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we hire and train motivated beginners.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, like insurance eligibility and tuition program access after introductory period.

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

Q: What's the salary range? A: Estimated $32,000-$42,000 yearly based on location and role.

Ready to brew your future? Apply for Barista at Starbucks Aurora today!