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. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company employs hundreds of thousands of partners (that's what we call our employees) who are passionate about coffee, community, and customer service. At Starbucks, every cup tells a story of quality beans sourced ethically, expert craftsmanship, and genuine human interaction. As a leader in the retail food and beverage sector, Starbucks invests heavily in partner growth, offering industry-leading benefits and opportunities that set it apart from competitors.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks Store# 09304 in DuPont Station, DuPont, Washington, is your entry point into a dynamic career in the coffee industry. No previous experience is required, making it ideal for motivated individuals eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment. As a Barista, you'll craft beverages, prepare food, and create connections that brighten customers' days. Whether it's remembering a favorite order or offering a warm smile, you'll play a key role in delivering the Starbucks experience. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, with comprehensive support for your professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Baristas at Starbucks are the heart of the store, handling a variety of tasks to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service. 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 like temperature adjustments, ingredient quantities, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks during each shift, adapting to the store's needs in a fast-paced setting.
• Building relationships with regulars and newcomers alike, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.

These duties ensure every shift contributes to memorable customer moments while upholding Starbucks' commitment to excellence.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals who align with our values of connection and quality. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies and standards, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, understanding and executing oral/written instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, relationship building, and comfort in a team-oriented, customer-facing role. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides all the training you need to succeed.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry, available to all partners from day one. Enjoy medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Accrue paid vacation starting at 0.01961 hours per 40-hour week (up to 40 hours annually, or 64 in California), plus sick time (1 hour for every 25-30 hours worked). Eligible partners receive participation in a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match, discounted company stock via the S.I.P. program, and Starbucks equity through Bean Stock. Additional perks include incentivized emergency savings, financial well-being tools, 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. Partners also enjoy free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and premium discounts. Benefits comply with state and local laws and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is deeply invested in your growth journey. From hands-on developmental experiences to tuition-free education, we empower Baristas to advance quickly. Many store leaders started as Baristas, progressing through roles like Shift Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager, and beyond. Access leadership training, mentorship, and internal mobility programs that support long-term careers. With tools like Bean Stock equity and 401(k) matching, your financial future is prioritized alongside skill-building opportunities.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values inclusivity, innovation, and impact. In DuPont, Washington, at Store# 09304, you'll contribute to a community hub while enjoying competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and unparalleled perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and reasonable accommodations. Qualified applicants with disabilities or criminal histories are considered fairly. Brighten days, build skills, and brew your future with us.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is required. Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

What shifts will I work?

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

What benefits are available immediately?

Health insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium are among the day-one perks.

How much vacation time do I get?

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

Is Starbucks committed to equal opportunity?

Yes, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.