Barista Job at Starbucks Coffee Company in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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 Chapel Hill, North Carolina, our store at HWY 86 and Eubanks Rd Exit 266 embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a Starbucks partner, you'll join a company committed to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and partner growth, backed by industry-leading benefits like Bean Stock equity, 100% tuition coverage through Arizona State University's online program, Spotify Premium subscriptions, free coffee markouts, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Chapel Hill is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings, love people, and take pride in delivering quality. No previous experience is required—Starbucks invests in your growth through hands-on training and developmental opportunities. You'll craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create genuine connections that brighten customers' days. Flexible scheduling accommodates early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, making it ideal for students, parents, or anyone seeking a fulfilling entry-level position with upward mobility.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your day involves a variety of tasks to ensure smooth operations and outstanding customer service:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, including remembering favorite orders.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customizations like temperature adjustments, ingredient quantities, or substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, from stocking to cleaning, in a fast-paced team environment.
• Deliver warm smiles and personalized service to spark connections and create moments that matter.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and contribute. 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 on quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow oral and written instructions, and request clarification when needed.

Required skills encompass strong interpersonal abilities, teamwork, relationship building, and customer focus. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

Benefits & Perks

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

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours 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 discount via S.I.P.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through ASU Online, student loan resources, and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and merchandise markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, and family expansion reimbursement.

Benefits comply with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and are subject to collective bargaining where applicable. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is invested in your journey. Start as a Barista and advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond through empowered developmental experiences. Many partners leverage the Starbucks College Achievement Plan for degrees while working. With tools for financial well-being and equity programs like Bean Stock, your growth aligns with company success. Chapel Hill's store offers a supportive team for skill-building in leadership, customer service, and operations.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where you craft connections and pursue passions. In Chapel Hill, enjoy a vibrant location near highways for easy access, serving a diverse customer base. Benefit from equal opportunity employment, reasonable accommodations for disabilities, and fair consideration for all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories per local laws. With premium pay starting at market rates, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and robust benefits, Starbucks elevates everyday work into extraordinary opportunities.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is needed. Starbucks provides training for all partners.

What shifts are available?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.

What benefits do Baristas get?

Health insurance, 401(k) match, 100% ASU tuition coverage, Bean Stock, paid leave, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium.

How much vacation time is offered?

Accrues at 0.01961 hours per 40-hour week, up to 40 hours annually after introductory period.

Is this a full-time position?

Scheduling is flexible, but full-time opportunities are available based on store needs.

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. Apply now to join our Chapel Hill team!