Barista Position at Starbucks Coffee Company in Muskegon, Michigan

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 Muskegon, Michigan, our Store# 08957 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 Muskegon is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love interacting with people. No prior experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages, prepare food, handle transactions, and ensure store standards are met. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, providing opportunities to fit your lifestyle while building a foundation for long-term growth within Starbucks.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences and operational excellence. Key responsibilities 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 or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintaining store policies on cash handling, safety, security, and quality standards.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift to support smooth operations.
• Brightening customers' days with warm smiles and personalized service, such as remembering favorite orders.

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 store standards with or without reasonable accommodations. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building. If you enjoy fast-paced environments and take pride in your work, you're a great fit—no experience necessary.

What Makes a Great Starbucks Barista?

Ideal candidates are personable, adaptable, and customer-focused. The ability to multitask while upholding quality ensures every interaction leaves a positive impression.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with industry-leading benefits that support your well-being and future. Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Accrue paid vacation starting at 0.01961 hours per 40-hour week (up to 40 hours annually, 64 in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), and holiday pay.

Financial perks include a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, discounted company stock via S.I.P., Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Education benefits shine with 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 more. Additional perks: free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, and DACA reimbursement. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your growth journey through developmental experiences, training, and advancement opportunities. Many Baristas progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Our culture empowers you with tools for success, from barista skills mastery to leadership programs. In Muskegon, you'll gain hands-on experience that launches your retail or hospitality career.

Pathways to Promotion

Entry-level roles like Barista often lead to specialized positions, with internal mobility across stores and regions. Bean Stock and tuition benefits fuel long-term aspirations.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where you create meaningful moments daily. In Muskegon, Michigan, contribute to a welcoming store while accessing premium benefits like 401(k) match, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks welcomes diverse talent, offering reasonable accommodations and fair consideration for all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories per applicable laws.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is required. Starbucks provides training to succeed.

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits do Baristas get immediately?

Benefits like insurance and tuition coverage start after an introductory period, with perks like free coffee markouts from day one.

How does Starbucks support career growth?

Through training, Bean Stock equity, 401(k) match, and tuition assistance for ASU Online.

Is this a full-time position?

Hours vary, but opportunities for consistent full-time schedules exist based on availability.

Apply today to become a Starbucks Barista in Muskegon and start crafting connections!