Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Saddle Brook, New Jersey

About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the world's leading coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence, innovation, and community. In Saddle Brook, New Jersey, our Store# 66292 embodies this spirit, offering a warm, welcoming space where baristas brighten days through exceptional service and personalized coffee experiences. As a Barista, you'll join a team passionate about quality beverages, customer engagement, and fostering genuine relationships in a dynamic retail environment.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Saddle Brook, NJ, is perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced settings and love interacting with people. No prior experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages, prepare food, handle transactions, and contribute to a positive store atmosphere. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for growth through Starbucks' renowned developmental programs. Expect a supportive team environment where your contributions create moments that matter for customers every day.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on delivering outstanding service and maintaining high standards:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, including remembering favorite orders.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customized requests, adjusting for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Adhere to store operating policies, including cash handling, food safety, security, and cleanliness protocols.
• Perform a variety of tasks during each shift, such as stocking, cleaning, and supporting team operations.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality to ensure smooth store operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Availability for flexible hours, potentially including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and meet store standards with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Quick learning aptitude, with the capacity to follow oral and written instructions and seek clarification when needed.
• Commitment to building customer relationships and providing exceptional service.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offers reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

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

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

Benefits comply with state laws, such as Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and are detailed at starbucksbenefits.com.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas receive empowered developmental experiences, training, and pathways to advancement. Many start as entry-level partners and progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. With tools like the Starbucks College Achievement Plan offering 100% tuition coverage for ASU Online, you can pursue education without financial barriers. The Bean Stock program grants equity, aligning your success with the company's growth. Financial tools and 401(k) matching further support long-term stability, making Starbucks a launchpad for rewarding careers in retail and hospitality.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Saddle Brook means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global brand that values people, coffee, and community. Enjoy a premium work culture with free coffee markouts to fuel your shifts, Spotify Premium for downtime vibes, and unbeatable benefits like full tuition coverage and equity ownership. In a fast-paced yet supportive environment, you'll hone skills in customer service, multitasking, and leadership while building lasting relationships. Starbucks' commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity ensures everyone has a seat at the table. Apply now to create meaningful moments and advance your career with the coffee leader.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

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

What shifts will I work?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, based on store needs.

What benefits are available immediately?

Eligible partners access health insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, free coffee markouts, and Spotify Premium from the start, after any introductory period.

How does Starbucks support career growth?

Through developmental programs, education benefits like 100% ASU tuition coverage, and clear paths to management roles.

Is this a full-time position?

Hours vary, but opportunities for full-time schedules exist based on availability and store needs.