Barista Job at Starbucks Coffee Company in San Fernando, California

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 San Fernando, California, our Store# 05915 at Truman & Maclay embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced environment where baristas make a real difference. As a Starbucks partner, you'll join a company committed to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and community impact, serving over 100 million customers weekly.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in San Fernando, CA, is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings and love people. No previous experience is required—Starbucks invests in your growth from day one. You'll craft beverages, prepare food, handle transactions, and create connections that turn ordinary visits into memorable experiences. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and nights, making it ideal for students, parents, or anyone seeking work-life balance in the retail food sector.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

Baristas are the heart of Starbucks, blending coffee expertise with genuine hospitality. Expect a supportive team atmosphere where your contributions matter, backed by industry-leading training and development.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily impact includes:

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

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn. 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.
• Adhering to store policies on quality beverages, food, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow instructions, and request clarification when needed.

Required skills: Quick learning, interpersonal prowess, teamwork, relationship building, and clear communication. No prior experience needed—Starbucks provides comprehensive training.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched partner benefits, starting day one for many:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and backup care.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 64 hours annually in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• 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 via Arizona State University's online program (Starbucks College Achievement Plan), student loan resources, and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, financial well-being tools, and family expansion reimbursement.

Benefits comply with state laws like California's paid sick leave. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details. New hires typically start at the entry pay range based on location.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is invested in your journey. Baristas advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond through developmental experiences. Many partners pursue degrees tuition-free, leveraging Bean Stock for wealth-building. With internal mobility across 15,000+ U.S. stores, your fast-paced start leads to leadership roles. Training programs hone skills in customer service, operations, and more.

Real Partner Stories

Countless baristas have grown into executives or launched community initiatives, supported by Starbucks' culture of inclusion and opportunity.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community. In San Fernando, enjoy competitive pay (estimated $34,000-$42,000 yearly), premium benefits, and a premium brand. We're an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, with accommodations available. Craft moments that matter while building your future with free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, 401(k) match, and 100% tuition coverage. Apply now to brighten lives at Store# 05915!

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we train everyone.

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

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

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

Q: Is this full-time? A: Hours vary; flexible scheduling supports full or part-time.

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