Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Glen Allen, Virginia

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 Glen Allen, Virginia, our Store# 00738 at Dominion and Broad embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a Starbucks partner, you'll contribute to a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and community impact, backed by a company committed to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and partner growth.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Glen Allen, VA, is perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in dynamic settings. No previous experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create genuine connections with guests. Every shift offers opportunities to brighten days with a warm smile, personalized service, and flawless execution. Flexible scheduling accommodates early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring work-life balance while delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on excellence in service and operations:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, including remembering favorite orders.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks across the store, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Contribute to a positive team environment, building relationships that foster collaboration.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks passionate individuals ready to learn and grow. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• 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.
• Team-oriented mindset with a knack for building relationships.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offers reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in partners with industry-leading benefits from day one:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted company stock (S.I.P.), and incentivized emergency savings.
• 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.
• Time Off & Family Support: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. Holiday pay for eight observed holidays.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act where applicable, and are subject to collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is dedicated to your professional journey. Baristas gain hands-on developmental experiences, paving the way for advancement into shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Our culture empowers partners through training, mentorship, and leadership programs. Many start as baristas and progress to multi-unit roles, leveraging skills in customer service, operations, and team management. With a focus on inclusivity and growth, Starbucks provides the tools for long-term success in the retail and coffee industry.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to create moments that matter. In Glen Allen, VA, you'll work in a vibrant store fostering community connections. Enjoy competitive pay, unparalleled benefits like Bean Stock and 100% tuition coverage via ASU Online, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match. Be part of a brand synonymous with quality, sustainability, and partner-first values. Whether you're starting your career or seeking a flexible role, Starbucks offers purpose, perks, and potential.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista position?

No, no previous experience is needed. Starbucks provides training for all new partners.

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits do Baristas receive?

Partners enjoy health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, paid time off, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and more.

How does Starbucks support career growth?

Through developmental experiences, training, and clear paths to management roles.

Is Starbucks an equal opportunity employer?

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

Apply today for the Barista role at Starbucks in Glen Allen, Virginia, and start crafting meaningful moments!