Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Fort Mill, South Carolina

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 Fort Mill, South Carolina, our Baxter Town Center location embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. Starbucks invests deeply in its partners, providing industry-leading benefits and growth opportunities that set us apart in the retail and coffee industry.

Role Overview

As a Barista at Starbucks Store# 09499 in Baxter Town Center, Fort Mill, you'll be the face of our brand, creating moments that matter for every customer. No previous experience is required, making this an ideal entry-level opportunity for those who thrive in dynamic settings. You'll craft beverages, prepare food, handle transactions, and build genuine relationships, all while enjoying comprehensive benefits from day one. This full-time role offers flexible scheduling, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, perfect for career starters in the Fort Mill area.

Key Responsibilities

Baristas at Starbucks play a vital role in delivering the third-place experience. 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 or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Performing diverse tasks during shifts, from restocking to cleaning, ensuring a seamless operation.
• Brightening customers' days with warm smiles, remembering favorite orders, and fostering connections.

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, requesting clarification as needed.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides training to help you succeed.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched benefits for partners and their families, starting after an introductory period:

• 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 management 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.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts every shift, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act equivalents, and are subject to collective bargaining where applicable. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your growth journey. From barista, advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond with developmental experiences, leadership training, and tuition-free education. Many partners start here and build lifelong careers, benefiting from Bean Stock and 401(k) matches that grow with you. In Fort Mill, our supportive team environment empowers you to excel.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to make an impact. Work in a premium coffee environment, engage with diverse customers, and enjoy perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks considers all qualified applicants, including those with disabilities or criminal histories per applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.

In Fort Mill, South Carolina, this barista role at Baxter Town Center offers competitive estimated pay of $32,000-$38,000 annually, based on local market rates, with opportunities for tips and raises.

Role FAQs

Is experience required?

No, Starbucks hires and trains entry-level baristas.

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits start immediately?

Many, like free drinks; full benefits after introductory period.

How do I apply?

Search 'Starbucks barista Fort Mill' or visit our careers site.

Does Starbucks offer career advancement?

Yes, with training, tuition coverage, and paths to management.