Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Keene, New Hampshire

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 Keene, New Hampshire, our Store# 08810 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 Keene, NH, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love interacting with 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 ensure store standards are met. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, providing opportunities to fit your lifestyle while building a foundation for long-term growth within Starbucks.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, 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 operating policies, such as cash handling, safety, and security protocols.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift to support seamless store operations.
• Delivering consistent quality in every product to brighten customers' days with warm smiles and personalized service.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join the team in Keene. 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 standards for quality beverages, food products, cash handling, and safety.
• 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 fast-paced environment.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with industry-leading benefits from day one. Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. Accrue paid vacation starting at 0.01961 hours per 40-hour week (up to 40 hours annually, more in select states) and sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked). Partners receive additional pay for eight observed holidays.

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

Additional perks: free coffee and tea markouts during shifts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and family expansion support. Starbucks complies with all state and local leave laws. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Exclusive Partner Perks

Beyond basics, enjoy free coffee markouts to savor Starbucks' finest brews, Spotify Premium for your playlist needs, and the pride of being part of a brand that values your well-being holistically.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your growth journey. Entry-level Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond through developmental experiences, training programs, and leadership opportunities. Our culture empowers you to build skills in customer service, operations, and management while pursuing personal goals like education via our tuition program.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Keene means more than a job—it's a chance to create meaningful moments, grow professionally, and access unparalleled benefits. We're an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, with fair treatment for criminal histories per applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabilities. Thrive in a supportive team, take pride in premium coffee craftsmanship, and build lasting relationships in a premium environment.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

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

What shifts will I work?

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

What benefits are available immediately?

Many benefits start right away, including insurance eligibility, tuition coverage, and partner perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium.

How does compensation work?

New partners typically start at the entry range based on location, with opportunities for growth.

Can I advance my career here?

Absolutely—Starbucks offers clear paths from Barista to management and beyond, supported by Bean Stock, 401(k) match, and education benefits.