About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry. In Oak Creek, Wisconsin, our Store# 08778 embodies the company's commitment to fostering warm, welcoming spaces where every visit sparks joy. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this mission, turning everyday moments into extraordinary experiences.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, people-oriented environments. No previous experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the retail and food service sector. You'll craft high-quality beverages, prepare food items, and engage with guests to deliver personalized service. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, allowing you to balance work with life while building a rewarding career.

What Makes This Role Unique?

At Starbucks, Baristas aren't just servers—they're storytellers. From remembering a customer's favorite order to offering a warm smile during a busy rush, you'll create moments that matter. Our Oak Creek location is a community hub, and your role will contribute to its vibrant atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily tasks will keep the store running smoothly and delight customers. Key responsibilities include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Preparing beverages and food to exact standards or customizing orders with changes like temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store policies on quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing a variety of tasks per shift, from stocking to cleaning, ensuring operational excellence.
• Working collaboratively as part of a team to deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced setting.

Daily Impact

Every shift offers opportunities to brighten someone's day, whether it's perfecting a latte art masterpiece or recommending a new seasonal drink.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks passionate 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 standards for quality beverages, food, cash handling, and safety.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow instructions, and request clarification when needed.

Required skills encompass strong interpersonal abilities, teamwork, relationship building, and thriving in fast-paced environments. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks invests in your development from day one.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners (that's you!) enjoy industry-leading benefits designed for your well-being and growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted company stock (S.I.P.), and incentivized emergency savings.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan management and other opportunities.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and family expansion support.

Benefits comply with state 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. From Barista, you can advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Developmental experiences, training programs, and tuition coverage empower you to pursue your ambitions. Many partners start with no experience and build lifelong careers, benefiting from equity programs like Bean Stock that align your success with the company's.

Pathways to Success

Our leadership tracks emphasize skills like customer engagement and operational excellence, with opportunities for promotion within Oak Creek or across Wisconsin.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community. In Oak Creek, Wisconsin, you'll work in a supportive team, enjoy premium benefits like 401(k) match and free coffee markouts, and contribute to a brand that values inclusivity. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks considers all qualified applicants, including those with disabilities or criminal histories per applicable laws. We're committed to reasonable accommodations—contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1-888-611-2258 if needed.

With perks like Spotify Premium and 100% ASU tuition coverage, Starbucks invests in you holistically. Craft connections, grow personally, and be part of something bigger.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, like insurance eligibility after introductory period, plus free drinks daily.

Q: How does career growth work? A: Through hands-on development, tuition aid, and clear promotion paths.

Q: Is this full-time or part-time? A: Flexible scheduling accommodates both.

Ready to brew your future? Apply for the Barista role at Starbucks Oak Creek today!