About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the world's leading coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the finest coffee and creating welcoming third-place environments where communities connect. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence since 1971, sourcing ethically grown coffee beans and roasting them to perfection. In Plainview, New York, our Store# 00842 on Woodbury Road embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding atmosphere for baristas to shine. As a barista, you'll be at the heart of Starbucks' commitment to inspiring and nurturing the human spirit—one cup, one person, one neighborhood at a time.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks Store# 00842 in Plainview, New York, is perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in dynamic retail environments. No prior experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages with precision, engage customers with genuine warmth, and contribute to a store culture of positivity and teamwork. Flexible hours accommodate various lifestyles, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and pathways for career advancement within one of America's most beloved brands.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily impact includes:

• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customized orders, adjusting for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover needs and create memorable moments, like remembering favorite orders.
• Maintaining store standards for quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks per shift, from stocking to cleaning, in a fast-paced setting.
• Brightening days with warm smiles and personalized service, fostering connections that keep customers returning.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks passionate team players for this role. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Adherence to store policies on quality beverages, food products, cash handling, safety, and security.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass:

• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral/written instructions, seeking clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Building relationships with customers and colleagues.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with industry-leading benefits from day one:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, 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, plus student loan management and DACA reimbursement.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, financial well-being tools, and family expansion reimbursement.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is dedicated to your professional journey. Baristas gain hands-on developmental experiences, mentorship, and training to advance into roles like shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Many partners start as baristas and climb the ranks, leveraging tools like the Starbucks College Achievement Plan for education that fuels ambition. With global opportunities and a culture of empowerment, your growth is limitless.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that values inclusivity, sustainability, and community. In Plainview, NY, you'll work in a vibrant store, enjoying premium pay estimated at $34,000-$42,000 annually based on local market rates, plus tips. Experience the pride of crafting perfect drinks, the joy of customer connections, and the security of top-tier benefits like Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match. Starbucks offers a supportive environment where your contributions matter, and your future thrives.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What benefits are immediate? Eligible partners access health insurance, tuition coverage, and perks right away.

Q: How does pay work? Entry-level based on location, with opportunities for raises and tips.

Q: Is Starbucks inclusive? Yes, we hire without regard to protected characteristics and accommodate disabilities.

Apply today to brew your future at Starbucks in Plainview, New York!