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 Sacramento, California, our Store# 08801 at Duckhorn & Arena 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 Store# 08801 in Sacramento, California, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love making genuine connections. No previous experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create moments that brighten customers' days through warm smiles and personalized service. This position demands flexibility, with shifts potentially including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

Baristas are the heart of the Starbucks experience, turning every cup into a connection. Whether remembering a favorite order or customizing a drink, you'll play a key role in building customer loyalty in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on delivering top-tier service and maintaining store excellence:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Adhere to store operating policies, ensuring quality products, accurate cash handling, and upholding safety and security standards.
• Perform a variety of tasks during each shift, adapting quickly to the fast-paced retail environment.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, contributing to a reliable team dynamic.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to grow with us. Basic qualifications include:

• No prior experience necessary – we'll train you to succeed.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and meet store standards, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and capacity to follow oral and written instructions.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered per applicable laws. Contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com for disability accommodations.

Benefits & Perks

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

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and voluntary options.
• 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.), incentivized emergency savings, and student loan resources.
• Education: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree via Arizona State University's online program through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and family expansion support.

Benefits comply with state laws like California's leave policies and may vary with collective bargaining. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas gain hands-on developmental experiences, paving the way for advancement into shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Our culture empowers growth through training, mentorship, and opportunities in a global brand. Many partners start as Baristas and climb the ranks, leveraging tools like financial well-being resources and equity programs like Bean Stock.

Training and Development

From barista basics to customer service mastery, Starbucks provides ongoing training. Access educational opportunities beyond ASU, including skill-building workshops tailored to retail and hospitality careers.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job – it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that values partners as family. In Sacramento's vibrant Duckhorn & Arena location, you'll work in a high-energy store while enjoying premium benefits like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. With competitive pay starting at the entry range based on location, plus upside potential, this role offers stability and excitement. Starbucks' commitment to equality ensures every qualified applicant has a fair shot, regardless of background.

Experience a workplace where your pride in craftsmanship creates lasting impact. Thrive in a team that celebrates connections, growth, and the perfect pour.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required for the Barista role?
A: No, no previous experience is needed. Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

Q: What shifts will I work?
A: Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.

Q: What benefits are available immediately?
A: Eligible partners access health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium.

Q: How does Starbucks support career advancement?
A: Through developmental experiences, training, and paths to management roles.

Q: Is this a full-time position?
A: Employment type varies, but opportunities for full-time schedules exist based on availability.

Ready to brew your future? Apply for the Barista position at Starbucks in Sacramento today.