About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier coffeehouse chain worldwide, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee one meaningful moment at a time. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In Bloomington, Indiana, our Store# 08691 at 3RD ST & 46 BYPASS embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a barista, you'll be at the heart of creating those special moments that turn everyday visits into cherished experiences.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Bloomington, Indiana, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love interacting with people. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft high-quality beverages, serve delicious food, and deliver genuine connections with every customer. Flexible scheduling accommodates early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and nights, ensuring you can balance work with life. This position offers immediate access to industry-leading benefits and growth opportunities from day one.

Key Responsibilities

As a Starbucks Barista, your daily duties focus on excellence in service and operations:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, remembering favorite orders to build loyalty.
• Prepare beverages and food to precise standards or customize based on requests, including adjustments for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintain store policies on quality, cash handling, safety, and security to ensure a seamless operation.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning, adapting quickly to the store's rhythm.
• Create welcoming moments with warm smiles, brightening customers' days in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join the team without needing prior experience. Key qualifications include:

• Maintain 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 learn quickly and follow oral and written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team collaboration, and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to understanding customers and providing quality service.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offers reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with comprehensive benefits from day one:

• 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 resources and DACA reimbursement.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, financial well-being tools, and more.

Benefits comply with state laws and may vary by location or bargaining agreements. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas receive developmental experiences, training, and pathways to advancement into roles like shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Many partners start as baristas and grow into leadership positions, leveraging tools like the Starbucks College Achievement Plan for education that fuels career progression. With a focus on empowerment, you'll build skills in customer service, operations, and leadership while enjoying ongoing support.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Bloomington means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values people and communities. Enjoy competitive pay, unparalleled benefits like Bean Stock and 100% tuition coverage, and the satisfaction of creating meaningful connections. In a supportive team environment, you'll take pride in your work, access free coffee markouts daily, unwind with Spotify Premium, and secure your future with 401(k) matching. Starbucks fosters inclusivity, innovation, and growth, making it the ideal place for entry-level talent to launch a rewarding career in the retail and coffee industry.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista position?

No, no previous experience is needed. Starbucks provides training to help you succeed.

What shifts are available?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays to fit your schedule.

What benefits do Baristas get?

Comprehensive package including health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, paid time off, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium.

How does Starbucks support career growth?

Through developmental programs, education benefits, and clear paths to management roles.

Is Starbucks an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.