About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry. In Charlotte, North Carolina, our Rivergate store (Store# 10389) embodies this mission by providing a warm, welcoming space where customers can enjoy premium beverages, fresh food, and genuine hospitality. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this experience, turning every shift into an opportunity to brighten someone's day.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks Coffee Company in Charlotte, NC, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, customer-facing environments. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the retail and coffee industry. You'll craft beverages with precision, engage with diverse customers, and contribute to a positive store atmosphere. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, allowing you to balance work with your lifestyle while investing in your professional growth.

Store# 10389, Rivergate: A Vibrant Location

Located in the bustling Rivergate area of Charlotte, this Starbucks store serves a vibrant community of locals, shoppers, and commuters. It's an ideal spot for Baristas who enjoy high-energy shifts and building lasting customer relationships through personalized service like remembering favorite orders.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your role is multifaceted, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional customer experiences. Key responsibilities include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Creating meaningful moments with warm smiles and personalized interactions that spark connection.

These duties highlight the fast-paced nature of the role, where adaptability and a positive attitude are key to success.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join our team without needing prior experience. 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, provide quality products, handle cash, and ensure safety.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and teamwork mindset.
• Capacity to understand and follow oral/written instructions, with the confidence to request clarification when needed.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities emphasize relationship-building, clear communication, and thriving in a team-oriented, customer-focused environment.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners (that's you!) and their families gain access to industry-leading benefits from day one. 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 are standout: participate in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, the Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), discounted company stock (S.I.P.), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Education benefits shine with 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 more.

Everyday perks include free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks complies with all state and local leave laws, ensuring comprehensive support.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is deeply invested in your growth journey. From developmental experiences to leadership training, Baristas have clear paths to advancement, including shifts to supervisory roles, store management, and beyond. Many partners start as Baristas and progress to district or regional positions, leveraging tools like the College Achievement Plan for long-term success.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where you create moments that matter. In Charlotte's Rivergate store, you'll work in a supportive team, enjoy premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match, while building skills for life. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks welcomes all qualified applicants, offering reasonable accommodations and fair consideration regardless of background.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, no previous experience is needed—we provide training.

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

Q: What benefits are offered? A: Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage, paid leave, free coffee, Spotify Premium, and more.

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

Q: Is this full-time or part-time? A: Flexible, with opportunities for full-time schedules.

Ready to brew your future? Apply for the Barista position at Starbucks Rivergate today and become part of something bigger.