Barista Position at Starbucks Coffee Company - San Mateo, California

About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier coffeehouse chain worldwide, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee one meaningful moment at a time. With thousands of stores across the globe, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where every cup sparks connection. In San Mateo, California, our Hillsdale Mall location embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a barista, you'll be at the heart of creating those moments that brighten customers' days through warm smiles, personalized service, and exceptional coffee craftsmanship.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks Store# 05336 in Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages, prepare food, handle transactions, and foster genuine connections with guests. Flexible scheduling accommodates early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life. This position offers immediate access to industry-leading benefits and growth opportunities, positioning you for long-term success at Starbucks.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on delivering outstanding 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, including cash handling, safety, and security protocols.
• Perform a variety of tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality to support team operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Quick learning aptitude to master recipes, procedures, and customer service standards.
• Capacity to follow oral and written instructions, seeking clarification as needed.

Starbucks is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in its partners with comprehensive benefits from day one:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and 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 management and DACA reimbursement.
• 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.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including California's enhanced leave provisions, and are detailed at starbucksbenefits.com.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is dedicated to your professional journey. Baristas receive developmental experiences, training, and pathways to advancement into roles like shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Our culture empowers you to build skills in leadership, operations, and customer experience. Many partners start as baristas and progress to corporate positions, supported by tuition coverage and internal mobility programs.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community. In San Mateo, you'll contribute to a vibrant store while enjoying premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) matching. Work in a supportive team environment that values diversity, inclusion, and growth. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is needed. Starbucks provides training to succeed.

What shifts are available?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.

What benefits do Baristas get?

Comprehensive package including health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage, paid time off, free drinks, and Spotify Premium.

How much vacation time is offered?

Accrues at 0.01961 hours per 40-hour week, up to 64 hours annually in California after introductory period.

Is Starbucks an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Apply now to become a Starbucks Barista in San Mateo and start crafting moments that matter!