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 Los Angeles, California, our Pico & Grand location (Store# 48339) embodies this mission, offering a vibrant atmosphere for baristas to shine. As a barista, you'll join a team passionate about quality, community, and growth in the heart of LA's dynamic retail scene.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks Store# 48339 in Pico & Grand, Los Angeles, is perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments. No previous experience is required—we provide all the training you need. You'll craft beverages, serve food, engage customers, and contribute to a positive store vibe. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, making it ideal for students, parents, or anyone seeking rewarding entry-level work in the coffee industry.

Key Responsibilities

As a Starbucks Barista, your daily impact includes:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Creating meaningful moments with warm smiles, remembering favorite orders, and fostering connections.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic partners who meet these basic qualifications:

• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Available for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral/written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team-oriented mindset, and relationship-building abilities.

No prior experience is necessary—just a passion for people and pride in your work. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

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

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, basic/supplemental life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and backup care.
• Time Off: Paid vacation accruing up to 64 hours annually in California, sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), and premium pay on eight observed holidays.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, Starbucks stock program (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 opportunities. DACA reimbursement available.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and merchandise markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, and more. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Benefits comply with state laws like California's paid leave requirements and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your growth journey. Start as a barista and advance through developmental experiences, training, and leadership programs. Many store managers and executives began behind the bar. With tools like Bean Stock and tuition coverage, build a long-term career in retail, coffee, or beyond. In Los Angeles, opportunities abound in a thriving market.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to brighten days, build skills, and enjoy unmatched perks. In Los Angeles' Pico & Grand store, you'll work in a high-energy spot, crafting connections amid LA's buzz. Competitive estimated salary ($37,000-$48,000 USD yearly), premium benefits like 401(k) match, 100% ASU tuition coverage, Spotify Premium, free coffee markouts, and Bean Stock set Starbucks apart. We're inclusive, hiring qualified applicants regardless of background, in line with federal, state, and local laws.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we hire and train motivated beginners.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, including health insurance, tuition coverage, and stock programs after introductory periods.

Q: How do I apply? A: Search Starbucks careers for Store# 48339, Pico & Grand, Los Angeles.

Q: Does Starbucks offer accommodations? A: Yes, contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1-888-611-2258.