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 United States and globally, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In North Bergen, New Jersey, our Store# 62552 on JFK 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 North Bergen, NJ, is perfect for individuals 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, remembering a favorite order, or customizing drinks to perfection. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, with opportunities for growth through developmental experiences.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily tasks drive the Starbucks experience:

• Engage with customers using 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 quickly to the fast-paced environment.
• Build relationships and work collaboratively as part of the team to ensure every shift sparks joy.

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 that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Meeting store operating policies and standards for beverages, food, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Required skills: ability to learn quickly, follow oral and written instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks invests in your training and development from day one.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners (employees) enjoy industry-leading benefits that support your well-being and future:

• Health Coverage: 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 Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), discounted company stock (S.I.P.), and incentivized emergency savings.
• 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.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and access to financial well-being tools.

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 committed to your professional journey. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond, with empowered developmental experiences. The company's culture fosters growth, offering training, mentorship, and pathways in retail, operations, and corporate roles. Many partners leverage the College Achievement Plan to earn degrees while working, positioning themselves for long-term success in the coffee industry.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in North Bergen means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values people. Enjoy competitive pay at the entry point based on location, with individual decisions considering experience. Thrive in a supportive team, take pride in premium coffee craftsmanship, and access unparalleled benefits like Bean Stock equity, 100% tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match. Starbucks hires qualified applicants regardless of criminal history, per applicable laws, ensuring a fair opportunity for all.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, no previous experience is needed—Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Benefits like insurance and perks are available after an introductory period, with tuition coverage and more for eligible partners.

Q: How do I apply? A: Search for Store# 62552 in North Bergen, NJ, on Starbucks careers site and submit your application today.

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