About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee one meaningful moment at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In Los Angeles, California, our stores embody the vibrant energy of the city while upholding our commitment to quality, community, and partner growth. As a Barista at Store# 10939 on 11th & Grand, you'll be part of a team dedicated to elevating everyday moments into something special.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Los Angeles is an entry-level opportunity perfect for those who thrive in dynamic, customer-facing environments. No previous experience is required, making it ideal for career starters or those seeking flexible work. Baristas are the heart of the Starbucks experience, blending passion for coffee with genuine human connection. You'll work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, in a fast-paced store setting. This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits from day one, and pathways for advancement within one of America's most beloved brands.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

Every shift brings the chance to brighten someone's day with a warm smile, a perfectly crafted latte, or remembering a favorite order. Starbucks invests in your growth through developmental experiences, industry-leading benefits, and a culture that values inclusivity and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your role is multifaceted, ensuring seamless operations and memorable customer interactions. Primary 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, ingredient quantities, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift, adapting to the store's needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Creating welcoming moments that foster connections and loyalty.

These responsibilities highlight the dynamic nature of the role, where no two shifts are exactly alike.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours, potentially including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies and standards.
• Strong ability to learn quickly and follow oral and written instructions, requesting clarification when needed.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, relationship building, and the capacity to work effectively in a team-oriented setting. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers one of the most robust benefits packages in the retail industry, available to partners (that's what we call our employees) and their families from day one:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and backup care.
• Time Off: Paid vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 hours in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Additional pay for eight observed holidays.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), discounted company stock (S.I.P.), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.
• Education: 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 other educational opportunities. DACA reimbursement available.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and merchandise markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to partner perks at starbucksbenefits.com.

Benefits comply with state laws, including California's enhanced leave provisions, and may vary with collective bargaining agreements.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is deeply invested in your professional journey. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond, with internal training programs and leadership development. Our commitment to growth is evidenced by partners who've started as Baristas and risen to executive roles. In Los Angeles, opportunities abound in a thriving market, supported by mentorship and performance-based promotions.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that prioritizes people, coffee, and community. In Los Angeles, you'll contribute to a culturally rich environment while enjoying premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage via ASU Online, Spotify Premium, free coffee markouts, and 401(k) match. With estimated salaries ranging from $36,000 to $46,000 annually (based on market rates for the role in Los Angeles, CA), competitive pay meets exceptional perks. Starbucks values every partner, offering equal opportunity regardless of background, and supports criminal history considerations per local laws.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No previous experience is needed—we provide training.

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

Q: When do benefits start? A: Most benefits are available immediately upon hire, with some accruing after an introductory period.

Q: How do I apply? A: Visit our careers site or contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com for disability accommodations.

Q: What's the salary range? A: Estimated $36,000-$46,000 yearly, based on location and experience; individual offers vary.

Ready to craft moments that matter? Apply for the Barista position at Starbucks Store# 10939 in Los Angeles today!