Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

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 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, our Store# 11253 at Gardens Mall II embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced environment where baristas make a difference every day. As a leader in the coffee industry, Starbucks invests in its partners with industry-leading benefits, career growth, and a culture of inclusivity. Whether you're starting your career or seeking a rewarding role in retail, Starbucks provides the platform to thrive.

Role Overview

As a Barista at Starbucks in Palm Beach Gardens, you'll be the face of our brand, creating moments that matter for every customer. No previous experience is required, making this an ideal entry-level opportunity in the retail and food sector. You'll work in a dynamic store environment, engaging with diverse guests, mastering coffee craftsmanship, and contributing to a team that prioritizes quality and connection. Flexible hours accommodate various schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays. This full-time role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and endless opportunities for advancement within Starbucks Coffee Company.

Key Responsibilities

Baristas at Starbucks play a vital role in delivering exceptional service and products. Your daily tasks include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, remembering favorite orders to build loyalty.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customizing based on requests, such as adjusting temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality, cash handling, safety, and security to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift, adapting quickly to the fast-paced retail environment.
• Brightening customers' days with warm smiles and personalized service, fostering connections that keep them coming back.

These responsibilities highlight the blend of hospitality, precision, and teamwork that defines the barista role at Starbucks.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join our team in Palm Beach Gardens. 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, provide quality products, handle cash, and uphold safety standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and capacity to follow oral and written instructions.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass working as part of a team, building relationships, and thriving in a customer-facing role. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides training to set you up for success.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry, available to baristas and their families from day one. Key perks include:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and discounted company stock via S.I.P.
• Education: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan management and DACA reimbursement.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts every shift, Spotify Premium subscription, financial well-being tools, and more.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Florida-specific provisions, and are detailed at starbucksbenefits.com.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional development. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond, with developmental experiences tailored to your growth journey. Our culture empowers partners through training, mentorship, and leadership programs. Many start as baristas and progress to multi-unit roles or corporate positions. With tools like the Starbucks College Achievement Plan offering 100% tuition coverage for ASU Online, you can pursue higher education without financial barriers. The Bean Stock program grants equity, aligning your success with the company's. In Palm Beach Gardens, you'll gain skills in customer service, operations, and leadership that open doors industry-wide.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values people, community, and excellence. In Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, you'll work in a vibrant location at Gardens Mall II, serving a welcoming community. Enjoy a supportive team environment, premium benefits like 401(k) match and free coffee markouts, and the satisfaction of creating joyful moments. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offers reasonable accommodations. Stand out with our premium culture, Spotify Premium perk, and path to long-term success.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is required. Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

What shifts will I work?

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

What benefits are available immediately?

Eligible partners access health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, tuition coverage, free drinks, and more from day one.

How much vacation time do I get?

Paid vacation accrues starting at 0.01961 hours per hour worked (up to 40 hours annually based on 40-hour week), plus sick time.

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.

Apply now to become a Starbucks Barista in Palm Beach Gardens and start your rewarding journey!