Barista Position at Starbucks Coffee Company in Dunwoody, Georgia

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 Dunwoody, Georgia, our store at I-285 and Chamblee Dunwoody Rd embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of Starbucks' culture of connection, quality, and community impact. Starbucks invests heavily in partner growth, providing industry-leading benefits and developmental opportunities that set us apart in the retail and coffee industry.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Dunwoody, Georgia, is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings and love making a difference through every cup served. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into a career with one of the most iconic brands in the world. Baristas craft beverages with precision, engage customers with genuine warmth, and contribute to a store environment that sparks joy. Flexible hours accommodate various lifestyles, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays. This position offers immediate access to comprehensive benefits, career advancement, and the chance to build lasting relationships with customers and teammates.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily impact includes:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, remembering favorite orders for personalized service.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customizations, such as adjusting temperature, quantities, or ingredients.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks during shifts to ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Creating meaningful moments that brighten customers' days with warm smiles and exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join our team. 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 and standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and teamwork mindset.
• Capacity to understand and execute oral and written instructions, with the confidence to request clarification when needed.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides all the training you need to succeed.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners (that's you!) enjoy unparalleled benefits from day one, including:

• 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 discounted company stock via S.I.P.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan management and other opportunities.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and family expansion support.

Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details. Benefits comply with state laws and may vary by location or bargaining agreements.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Start as a Barista and advance to roles like Shift Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager, or beyond. Developmental experiences, leadership training, and internal mobility programs empower you to grow. Many partners advance quickly, leveraging skills in customer service, operations, and team leadership. With tools like Bean Stock and tuition coverage, Starbucks invests in your long-term success, whether in retail, corporate, or international opportunities.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that values inclusivity, innovation, and impact. In Dunwoody, Georgia, you'll work in a vibrant community hub, building relationships and creating joy daily. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We offer reasonable accommodations and consider criminal histories per applicable laws. Stand out with premium pay potential, elite benefits like 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match. Apply now to craft moments that matter at Starbucks Coffee Company.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we hire and train enthusiastic beginners.

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

Q: When do benefits start? A: Many from day one, with others after an introductory period.

Q: How much can I earn? A: Competitive pay based on location; estimates $32,000-$42,000 yearly.

Q: Does Starbucks offer career advancement? A: Yes, with clear paths and training for promotion.