About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful moments for millions daily. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks fosters warm, welcoming spaces where every cup sparks connection. In Lancaster, California, our Store# 70594 at AVE L & 30TH ST WEST embodies this mission, offering a dynamic environment for baristas to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks commits to diversity, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations for all qualified applicants, including those with disabilities or criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Lancaster, CA, is perfect for individuals who love engaging with people in a fast-paced setting. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, and create positive customer experiences, all while building relationships and taking pride in their work. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance life and work effectively.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

Every shift offers a chance to brighten someone's day with a warm smile or a remembered favorite order. Starbucks invests in your growth through developmental experiences and industry-leading benefits, positioning you for long-term success in retail and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, you'll wear multiple hats to keep the store running smoothly:

• Engage with customers using 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.
• Adhere to store operating policies, ensuring excellence in quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks throughout each shift, from stocking to cleaning, in a collaborative team environment.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality to deliver consistent service.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

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

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass:

• Quick learning aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Relationship-building prowess to foster customer loyalty.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners enjoy comprehensive benefits that support well-being and financial security:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Time Off: Paid vacation accruing up to 64 hours annually 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, discounted company stock (S.I.P.), incentivized emergency savings, and financial tools.
• Education: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree via Arizona State University's online program, student loan management, and more.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and family expansion support.

Benefits comply with state laws like California's leave policies and may vary with collective bargaining. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks empowers partners with developmental opportunities to advance quickly. Start as a Barista and progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Our commitment to growth includes training programs, leadership development, and internal mobility. With Bean Stock granting company equity and tuition coverage opening doors to higher education, your career trajectory is limitless.

Real Stories of Advancement

Many baristas have leveraged Starbucks' resources to earn degrees, launch entrepreneurial ventures, or climb corporate ladders, all while enjoying free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium as daily perks.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where you create moments that matter. In Lancaster, CA, thrive in a supportive team, access premium benefits like 401(k) match and 100% ASU tuition coverage, and contribute to a brand that values inclusivity and innovation. Whether you're passionate about coffee or people, this role offers fulfillment, flexibility, and future potential. Starbucks' estimated salary range for baristas reflects competitive pay based on location, with opportunities for raises through performance.

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, like insurance eligibility and tuition coverage, after introductory periods.

Q: How does Starbucks support education? A: Through the College Achievement Plan with 100% upfront ASU online tuition and more.

Q: Is this full-time or part-time? A: Flexible, accommodating various schedules.

Ready to brew your future? Apply now for the Barista position at Starbucks in Lancaster, California.