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 Montgomery, Alabama, our Store# 03426 on Eastern Blvd embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks commits to diversity, inclusion, and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Montgomery, AL, is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings and love making genuine connections. No previous experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create moments that brighten customers' days—whether through a warm smile or remembering a favorite order. Flexible scheduling accommodates early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and nights, ensuring work-life balance while delivering top-tier service.

Key Responsibilities

Baristas at Starbucks Montgomery play a vital role in daily operations. Core duties include engaging with customers to discover and respond to their needs via clear, pleasant communication. You'll prepare food and beverages according to standard recipes or customize orders with adjustments like temperature, ingredients, or substitutions. Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security is essential. Expect to multitask across various store tasks per shift, all while fostering a welcoming atmosphere that sparks connections.

Customer Engagement

Build relationships by understanding customer preferences and delivering personalized service, turning every interaction into a memorable experience.

Operational Excellence

Ensure compliance with all store policies, from beverage preparation to maintaining a secure, clean environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow. Basic qualifications include maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, availability for flexible hours, and the ability to meet operating standards with or without reasonable accommodations. Required skills encompass quick learning, following oral and written instructions (with clarification as needed), strong interpersonal abilities, teamwork, and relationship building. If you love people and fast-paced work, you're a great fit—no prior experience necessary.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with industry-leading benefits. Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Accrue paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually after introductory period) and sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked). Eligible partners access a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, discounted company stock via S.I.P., and Starbucks equity through Bean Stock. Financial tools include incentivized emergency savings and student loan management.

Educational perks shine with 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree via Arizona State University's online program through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan. Additional benefits: free coffee and food markouts during shifts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. Holiday pay applies for eight observed holidays, with compliance to state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks empowers partners through developmental experiences and clear paths to advancement. Start as a Barista and progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Our commitment to growth includes training programs, leadership opportunities, and tools for long-term success. Many partners advance quickly, leveraging skills gained in our supportive environment.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where your contributions matter. In Montgomery, AL, you'll be part of a team dedicated to excellence, with perks like Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage (ASU Online), Spotify Premium, free coffee markouts, and 401(k) match setting us apart. Competitive pay starts at the entry range based on location, with opportunities for raises. We're committed to equal opportunity, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offering accommodations as needed. Brighten days, build skills, and brew your future at Starbucks.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is required. We'll train you to succeed.

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits do Baristas get?

Health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, paid time off, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and more.

How much does it pay?

Estimated $28,000-$36,000 yearly based on local market rates; individual offers vary by location and experience.

Is Starbucks an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.