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 United States and globally, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In El Dorado, Arkansas, our Store# 70476 at N West Ave & 13th St embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks commits to diversity, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations for all qualified applicants.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in El Dorado, Arkansas, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love making genuine connections. No previous experience is required—Starbucks invests in your growth through hands-on training and developmental experiences. You'll craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create moments that brighten customers' days, all while enjoying industry-leading benefits and perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium.

What Does a Starbucks Barista Do?

Baristas are the heart of the Starbucks experience, blending artistry in coffee preparation with outstanding customer service. Expect a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you contribute to every shift's success.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Store# 70476, your daily duties focus on excellence and engagement:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, remembering favorite orders for personalized service.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customizations, adjusting for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Perform diverse tasks across the store, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Build relationships and work seamlessly as part of a supportive team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow. 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 capacity to follow oral and written instructions.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass understanding customer needs, team collaboration, relationship building, and adaptability in a bustling retail setting. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners (employees) receive unparalleled benefits, starting from day one for many perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time, and holiday pay.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), and incentivized emergency savings.
• 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 resources.
• Free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and financial well-being tools.

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

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond, with developmental experiences tailored to your goals. Our culture empowers growth, offering leadership training, educational opportunities, and a clear path to success in the coffee industry.

From Barista to Leadership

Many Starbucks leaders started as baristas. With performance-driven promotions and ongoing support, you'll have the tools to elevate your career while enjoying perks like Bean Stock and 401(k) match along the way.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values people, communities, and sustainability. In El Dorado, Arkansas, you'll contribute to a welcoming store atmosphere, take pride in premium coffee craftsmanship, and access life-changing benefits. Whether you're a student, parent, or career changer, Starbucks offers flexibility, growth, and moments that matter. Qualified applicants with disabilities or criminal histories are considered per applicable laws.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required for the Barista role?
A: No, no previous experience is required. Starbucks provides training for all new partners.

Q: What is the work schedule like?
A: Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, based on store needs.

Q: What benefits are available?
A: Partners enjoy medical insurance, 100% tuition coverage (ASU Online), 401(k) match, Bean Stock, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, paid leave, and more.

Q: How much does a Barista earn in El Dorado, AR?
A: Estimated $28,000-$36,000 yearly, based on market rates; individual pay depends on location and circumstances.

Q: Is Starbucks an equal opportunity employer?
A: Yes, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.