Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company Store# 07550, Boston, Massachusetts

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 Boston, Massachusetts, our Store# 07550 at Two Atlantic Avenue embodies this mission, serving the vibrant community with passion and precision. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of Starbucks' commitment to quality, community, and employee growth.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Boston is more than just making coffee—it's about creating connections. In this entry-level position, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, engaging with diverse customers, preparing customized drinks and food, and contributing to a positive store atmosphere. No prior experience is required, making it ideal for motivated individuals eager to launch or advance their career in the coffee industry. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and nights, ensuring you can balance work with life.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Coffee Company in Boston, your daily impact includes:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs, from remembering favorite orders to sparking conversations.
• Preparing high-quality beverages and food according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments, ingredient substitutions, or quantity changes.
• Maintaining store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Performing a variety of tasks per shift, adapting quickly to ensure smooth operations.
• Brightening someone's day with a warm smile and personalized service, fostering loyalty in the Boston community.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic team players for this Barista position in Boston, MA. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies and standards for beverages, food, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following oral and written instructions (with clarification as needed), and thriving in a dynamic retail setting. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and considering qualified individuals with criminal histories per applicable laws.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with industry-leading benefits, available from day one for many. Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary options. Paid time off includes vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (more in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and holiday pay.

Financial perks shine with a 401(k) retirement plan featuring employer match, the Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), discounted company stock (S.I.P.), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Education benefits are unmatched: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, plus student loan management and other opportunities. Additional perks include free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is dedicated to your growth journey, offering developmental experiences, training, and pathways to advancement. Start as a Barista in Boston and progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Our culture empowers you with tools for success, from barista skills mastery to leadership development. Many partners advance quickly, leveraging benefits like tuition coverage to pursue degrees while working.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Boston means becoming part of a purpose-driven company that values inclusivity, innovation, and impact. Craft meaningful moments, enjoy premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match, while working in a supportive environment. In the heart of Boston at Two Atlantic Avenue, you'll contribute to a iconic brand synonymous with quality and community. Starbucks offers competitive pay, with new partners typically starting at the entry range based on location, and opportunities for raises through performance.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No previous experience is required—Starbucks provides training for all new partners.

What shifts will I work?

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

What benefits are available immediately?

Many benefits, including health insurance and tuition coverage, start right away after any introductory period.

How does Starbucks support career growth?

Through hands-on training, leadership programs, and tuition assistance for degrees and beyond.

Is this a full-time or part-time role?

Flexible, accommodating both part-time and full-time schedules based on availability.

Apply now to become a Starbucks Barista in Boston and start your rewarding journey today!