Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Hyattsville, Maryland

About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry. In Hyattsville, Maryland, our Store# 07906 at Wheaton Plaza embodies the Starbucks mission: to inspire and nurture the human spirit, one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this mission, turning every shift into an opportunity to brighten someone's day.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Hyattsville is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, customer-facing environments. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the retail and food service sector. You'll craft beverages with precision, engage with diverse customers, and contribute to a welcoming store atmosphere. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, allowing you to balance work with your lifestyle while building valuable skills in hospitality and customer service.

What Makes This Role Unique?

At Starbucks, Baristas aren't just servers—they're storytellers. Remembering a favorite order or offering a warm smile creates lasting moments. In our fast-paced Hyattsville location, you'll handle multiple tasks seamlessly, from food prep to cash handling, all while upholding the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily contributions will directly impact the customer experience and store success:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintain compliance with store operating policies, including cash handling, food safety, and security protocols.
• Perform a variety of tasks during each shift, adapting quickly to the store's rhythm.
• Build relationships with regulars and team members, fostering a sense of community.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks passionate individuals ready to grow. 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 holidays.
• Ability to meet store standards for quality beverages, food products, cash handling, and safety.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team-oriented mindset.
• Capacity to build genuine relationships with customers and colleagues.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring practices.

Benefits & Perks

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

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and stock discount via S.I.P.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan resources and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and are subject to collective bargaining where applicable. 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 through developmental experiences, training programs, and mentorship. Our culture empowers you to take ownership, innovate, and lead. Many partners start as Baristas and progress to district or regional roles, leveraging skills in leadership, operations, and customer experience.

Pathways to Success

With tools like the Starbucks College Achievement Plan and equity programs like Bean Stock, you'll have resources to fuel long-term growth. Whether pursuing education or climbing the corporate ladder, Starbucks provides the platform.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community. In Hyattsville, you'll connect with locals, perfect your craft, and enjoy perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. Our premium benefits, inclusive culture, and growth opportunities set us apart in the coffee industry. Starbucks values diversity, offering reasonable accommodations and fair consideration for all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories per local laws.

Role FAQs

Is experience required?

No, we provide training for all new partners.

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits start immediately?

Many, including insurance eligibility, tuition coverage, and partner perks like free drinks.

How do I apply?

Search for Store# 07906 in Hyattsville, MD, on our careers site.

Does Starbucks offer accommodations?

Yes, contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1-888-611-2258.

Ready to craft moments that matter? Apply today and become a Starbucks partner in Hyattsville!