Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Indianapolis, Indiana

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 Indianapolis, Indiana, our Store# 66941 at Southport & Franklin Rd 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 Indianapolis 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 transactions, and build genuine relationships with guests. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and pathways for growth within one of America's most beloved brands.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Coffee Company, your daily impact includes:

• 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 a variety of tasks during each shift to support smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Brightening customers' days with warm smiles, remembering favorite orders, and creating meaningful moments.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join the team at our Indianapolis location. 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 for beverages, food, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow oral and written instructions, and request clarification when needed.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, relationship building, and adaptability in a bustling retail setting. Starbucks is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners enjoy industry-leading benefits from day one, including:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted company stock (S.I.P.), and incentivized emergency savings.
• 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 accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, financial well-being tools, and more.

Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details. Benefits comply with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and may vary with collective bargaining.

Estimated Salary for Barista in Indianapolis, IN

While salary is not disclosed, realistic market estimates for this role in the Indianapolis area range from $32,000 to $42,000 annually, based on retail/food sector rates with a buffer for performance and tips.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks invests in your growth with developmental experiences, training, and opportunities to advance. Many baristas progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Our commitment to empowerment ensures you're supported every step of the way, with tools for skill-building and leadership development in the coffee industry.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Indianapolis means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven culture that values inclusivity, innovation, and community. Enjoy premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage via ASU Online, Spotify Premium, free coffee markouts, and 401(k) match while making a difference. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offers accommodations as needed.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is required. Starbucks provides training to help you succeed.

What shifts will I work?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays based on store needs.

What benefits are available immediately?

Eligible partners access medical insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, free drinks, and more from the start.

How does Starbucks support career advancement?

Through hands-on developmental experiences, leadership training, and clear paths to management roles.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this Barista role at Store# 66941 is full-time, offering stability and comprehensive benefits.

Ready to craft moments that matter? Apply now for the Barista position at Starbucks in Indianapolis, Indiana!