About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee one meaningful moment at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In Portage, Indiana, our Store# 14236 at State Route 249 & I-94 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 Portage, Indiana, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love making genuine connections. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create positive customer experiences. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life while building a foundation for long-term growth.

What Makes This Role Special?

Every shift offers opportunities to brighten someone's day with a warm smile, personalized drink recommendations, or remembering a favorite order. You'll work in a supportive team environment, empowered by Starbucks' industry-leading training and development programs.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on delivering excellence in customer service and operations:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Perform diverse tasks such as stocking, cleaning, and supporting team members during peak hours.
• Build lasting relationships with regulars, fostering loyalty and community in our Portage location.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Adherence to store policies on quality, safety, and operations.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow instructions, and work collaboratively.

Required skills encompass quick learning, interpersonal communication, teamwork, and relationship-building. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks invests in your success from day one.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners enjoy comprehensive benefits that set us apart in the retail and food sector:

• 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, incentivized emergency savings, and stock discount 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 resources 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, family expansion reimbursement, and financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act where applicable, and are subject to collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is deeply invested in your professional journey. From barista to store manager and beyond, developmental experiences pave the way. Access leadership training, internal promotions, and tools for advancement. Many partners start here and build thriving careers, supported by tuition-free education and equity programs like Bean Stock.

Pathways to Success

Quick learners excel, with opportunities to master brewing techniques, customer insights, and operational leadership. Our Portage store offers hands-on growth in a high-volume location.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to create moments that matter. In Portage, Indiana, you'll contribute to a vibrant community hub while enjoying premium benefits like free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) matching. Competitive pay starts at the entry range based on location, with room for growth. We're committed to equal opportunity, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and providing accommodations as needed. Apply today to brew your future with Starbucks!

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we provide full training.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, including insurance eligibility and tuition program access after introductory period.

Q: How do I apply? A: Visit our careers site or contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com for support.

Q: What's the salary range? A: Estimated $32,000-$38,000 yearly based on local market rates, with performance opportunities.