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 Ludington, Michigan, our Store# 58411 at US-10 & US-31 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 Ludington, Michigan, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love making a difference in people's days. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, prepare food, handle customer interactions, and ensure store operations run smoothly. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, providing opportunities to fit your lifestyle while building valuable skills in customer service and teamwork.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

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

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your role is multifaceted, ensuring every customer leaves with a positive experience:

• Engage with customers through 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.
• Maintain store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks during shifts, adapting to the fast-paced environment.
• Build relationships with regulars and team members alike.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow. 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.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Quick learning aptitude.
• Understanding and executing oral and written instructions, with the ability to request clarification.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Capacity to build lasting relationships.

Starbucks is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers comprehensive benefits that set us apart in the retail and food sector:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• 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, 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, student loan management, and more.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, and DACA reimbursement.

Benefits comply with state and local laws, including Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and are subject to collective bargaining where applicable. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is deeply invested in your professional journey. Starting as a barista opens doors to advancement, with training programs, leadership development, and opportunities across retail, operations, and corporate roles. Many partners progress to shift supervisor, store manager, and beyond, supported by tuition coverage that empowers career pivots. Our culture fosters empowerment, recognition, and continuous learning.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where your contributions create meaningful moments. In Ludington, enjoy a supportive team, competitive estimated salary of $28,000-$36,000 annually, and perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. We're an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and committed to diversity and inclusion.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we provide training for all new partners.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Eligible partners access comprehensive benefits after an introductory period, including tuition coverage and 401(k) match.

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

Ready to brew your future? Apply for the Barista position at Starbucks in Ludington today!