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 Bluffton, South Carolina, our Store# 08409 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 ordinary visits into cherished experiences.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Bluffton, SC, 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. Baristas craft high-quality beverages, serve delicious food, and deliver genuine connections that brighten customers' days. With flexible hours—including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays—this position suits those seeking part-time or full-time opportunities while building a foundation for long-term career growth.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

Every shift offers a chance to make an impact through a warm smile, personalized service, or remembering a favorite order. Starbucks invests in your development with training, mentorship, and pathways to advancement, ensuring you're empowered from day one.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Store# 08409 in Bluffton, you'll handle a variety of tasks to keep operations smooth and customers delighted:

• Engage with customers using clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Prepare beverages and food to exact standards or customize based on preferences like temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintain store policies on quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Deliver welcoming service that sparks joy and fosters loyalty.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Meeting store standards for quality beverages, food, cash handling, and safety.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow instructions, and work collaboratively.

Required skills encompass quick learning, interpersonal prowess, team-oriented mindset, and relationship-building abilities. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusivity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners enjoy industry-leading benefits that 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), parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted stock (S.I.P.), incentivized emergency savings.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree via Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan help and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and merchandise markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, and access to financial tools. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

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

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your growth journey. Start as a barista and advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond through developmental experiences. Our culture empowers you with training, leadership opportunities, and a supportive network. Many partners progress rapidly, leveraging skills gained in our fast-paced stores.

Training and Development

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

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where your contributions create lasting impact. In Bluffton, SC, enjoy a vibrant store atmosphere, competitive estimated salary ($32,000-$38,000 yearly), and perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. Be part of a brand that values inclusivity, innovation, and employee success. Apply now to brew your future with Starbucks Coffee Company.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, including insurance eligibility and tuition coverage after introductory period.

Q: How does Starbucks support career growth? A: Through training, mentorship, and clear promotion paths.

Q: Is this full-time or part-time? A: Flexible scheduling accommodates both.

Ready to create meaningful moments? Apply for the Barista position at Starbucks in Bluffton today!