Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Palm Desert, California

About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier destination for coffee lovers 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 every cup sparks connection. In Palm Desert, California, our Store# 10186 at Gerald Ford & Cook embodies this mission, offering a vibrant atmosphere for customers to enjoy premium beverages and food. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this experience, brightening days with your smile and expertise. Starbucks invests in partners' growth through developmental experiences and industry-leading benefits, making it more than just a job—it's a career launchpad.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Palm Desert is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment, love engaging with people, and take pride in their work. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create moments that matter for every customer. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement in retail careers.

Why Palm Desert?

Palm Desert, California, is a sunny hub in the Coachella Valley, known for its upscale shopping, golf courses, and vibrant community. Working at Starbucks here means joining a team that serves locals and visitors alike, contributing to the area's welcoming vibe.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your role is dynamic and customer-focused. 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 or customized orders, including adjustments for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift to support smooth operations.
• Brightening customers' days with warm smiles and personalized service, like remembering favorite orders.

These duties ensure every shift contributes to an exceptional Starbucks experience.

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, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies and standards.
• No previous experience required—Starbucks provides training for success.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following oral and written instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building. If you enjoy people and fast-paced settings, you're a great fit.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched benefits for partners (that's what we call our employees) and their families. Enjoy 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 and tea markouts every shift, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and compliance with state laws like California's leave policies. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your growth journey. Start as a Barista and advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Developmental experiences, training programs, and internal mobility empower you to build a long-term career. Many partners leverage tuition coverage to earn degrees while working, opening doors to corporate roles in operations, marketing, or supply chain.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than brewing coffee—it's about creating connections and personal fulfillment. In Palm Desert, you'll be part of a supportive team in a premium environment. Enjoy competitive estimated salary ($32,000-$42,000 yearly), equity like Bean Stock, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, with accommodations available. Apply now for Starbucks careers in the coffee industry, retail careers, or Palm Desert jobs.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, like insurance and tuition coverage after introductory period.

Q: How much vacation do I get? A: Up to 64 hours annually in California after intro period.

Q: Can I advance my career? A: Yes, with robust growth programs and 100% tuition coverage.