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 Guilderland, New York, our Store# 19998 embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for Baristas to shine. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of creating those sparks of connection through every cup served.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Guilderland, New York, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love people. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages, prepare food, handle customer interactions, and contribute to a positive store atmosphere. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life while building a foundation for growth.

What Makes This Role Special?

Every shift offers opportunities to brighten someone's day with a warm smile, a remembered favorite order, or a perfectly customized drink. Starbucks invests in your development through hands-on experiences and industry-leading benefits, positioning you for long-term success in retail and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Store# 19998 in Guilderland, your core duties 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 quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks during shifts to support seamless operations.
• Upholding regular attendance and punctuality to ensure team reliability.

These responsibilities foster a sense of pride in your work while delivering the exceptional service Starbucks is known for.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join the team. Basic qualifications include:

• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Compliance with store policies on quality, safety, and security.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building. If you excel in fast-paced environments and take pride in your contributions, you're a great fit—no prior experience needed.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers comprehensive benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice. As a partner, you and your family gain access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Enjoy paid vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in California), sick time, and holiday pay.

Financial perks include a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, discounted company stock via S.I.P., Starbucks equity through Bean Stock, and incentivized emergency savings. Education benefits shine with 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan management and more.

Additional perks: free coffee and tea markouts during shifts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and financial well-being tools. Benefits comply with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and may vary with collective bargaining.

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. Our culture empowers you to build skills in leadership, customer service, and operations, opening doors in the coffee industry and retail sector.

Real Pathways to Success

Many partners start as Baristas and progress through tuition-free education and internal promotions, leveraging tools like Bean Stock for equity ownership.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where you create meaningful moments. In Guilderland, New York, enjoy competitive pay, premium benefits like 401(k) match, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium. We're an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, with accommodations available. Thrive in a supportive team, grow your career, and be part of a brand that values every partner.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we provide training for all new partners.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, including insurance eligibility and tuition coverage after introductory periods.

Q: How do I apply? A: Visit our careers site for Store# 19998 in Guilderland, NY.

Q: Does Starbucks offer career advancement? A: Yes, with clear paths and development programs.