About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier coffeehouse chain, renowned worldwide for crafting the finest coffee and creating meaningful connections. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks transforms every cup into a moment of warmth and inspiration. In Colorado Springs, Colorado, our Store# 51410 at Northgate & Struthers embodies this mission, offering a welcoming space where baristas like you spark joy daily. As a leader in the coffee industry, Starbucks invests in partners' growth through exceptional benefits and career development opportunities.

Role Overview

As a Barista at Starbucks in Colorado Springs, you'll be the face of our brand, creating handcrafted beverages and food that delight customers. No prior experience is required—this entry-level role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments, love people, and take pride in their craft. You'll work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, building relationships one cup at a time. Enjoy competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to grow within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

Your role as a Barista involves a variety of tasks to ensure exceptional service:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs.
• Prepare beverages and food to exact standards or customize orders, adjusting for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Handle cash transactions securely while upholding store safety and operating policies.
• Perform diverse store duties, from stocking to cleaning, adapting to the fast-paced rhythm of each shift.
• Brighten days with warm smiles, remembering favorite orders, and fostering genuine connections.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join our 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.
• Ability to meet store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and teamwork mindset.
• Capacity to follow oral and written instructions, seeking clarification as needed.

No previous experience is necessary—Starbucks provides training to set you up for success.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched benefits for partners and their families, starting from day one:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/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 (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay. Complies with Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and merchandise markouts, Spotify Premium, financial well-being tools, and family expansion reimbursement.

Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details, subject to change based on location and bargaining agreements.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. From barista to management and beyond, developmental experiences empower you to advance. Access leadership training, mentorship, and internal opportunities. Many partners start here and build lifelong careers, supported by tools like the Starbucks College Achievement Plan for tuition-free education.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to make an impact. In Colorado Springs, you'll contribute to a community hub where every shift creates moments that matter. Enjoy a premium work culture emphasizing inclusivity, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations. We're an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background. Competitive estimated salary ranges from $32,000 to $38,000 annually, based on local market rates, with room for growth.

Role FAQs

Is experience required?

No, we hire and train motivated individuals with no prior experience.

What shifts will I work?

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

What benefits are available immediately?

Many, including insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium.

How does Starbucks support career growth?

Through training, education perks like 100% ASU tuition coverage, and clear paths to promotion.

Is this a full-time role?

Flexible, but opportunities for full-time with comprehensive benefits.

Ready to brew your future? Apply now for the Barista role at Starbucks Store# 51410 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.