Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company, Santa Clara Square, Santa Clara, California

About Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks Coffee Company is the premier global coffeehouse chain, renowned for crafting the world's finest coffee and creating meaningful connections one cup at a time. With thousands of stores across the United States and beyond, Starbucks has built a legacy of excellence in the coffee industry. In Santa Clara, California, our Store# 51096 at Santa Clara Square embodies the brand's commitment to warmth, community, and exceptional service. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this mission, turning every shift into an opportunity to spark joy and build lasting customer relationships.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Santa Clara, California, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, people-oriented environments. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the retail and food service sector. You'll craft high-quality beverages, prepare food items, and create welcoming experiences that keep customers coming back. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with a focus on teamwork, quick learning, and customer engagement. Join a team invested in your growth, backed by industry-leading benefits and developmental opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Santa Clara Square, your daily responsibilities include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, remembering favorite orders to personalize experiences.
• Preparing beverages and food to standard recipes or customizing based on requests, such as adjusting temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing a variety of tasks during each shift to support smooth operations in a fast-paced setting.
• Creating warm, welcoming moments that brighten customers' days with smiles and genuine interactions.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to excel as a Barista in Santa Clara. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to meet store operating policies and standards for beverages, food, cash handling, and safety.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and capacity to follow oral and written instructions.
• Teamwork mindset and relationship-building skills to foster a positive store environment.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides training to set you up for success.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers comprehensive benefits that set us apart in the retail and coffee industry. As a Barista in Santa Clara, you'll enjoy:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted company stock (S.I.P.), and incentivized emergency savings.
• Education Support: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, plus student loan management and other educational resources.
• Time Off: Paid vacation accruing up to 64 hours annually in California, sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, DACA reimbursement, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with California state laws and may vary based on collective bargaining agreements.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional development. From Barista, you can advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond, with empowered developmental experiences. Our culture supports internal promotions, leadership training, and skill-building workshops. Many partners start with no experience and grow into meaningful careers, leveraging tools like the College Achievement Plan for long-term success.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Santa Clara means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that values inclusivity, innovation, and community. We offer competitive pay, a supportive team, and perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium to enhance your workday. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and provides reasonable accommodations. In the vibrant tech hub of Santa Clara, this role combines rewarding work with unbeatable benefits.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista position?

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

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits are offered immediately?

Benefits like insurance and tuition coverage are available after an introductory period, with perks like free drinks starting day one.

How much vacation time do California partners get?

Up to 64 hours annually after introductory period, plus sick time accrual.

Is Starbucks hiring in Santa Clara?

Yes, apply now for Store# 51096 at Santa Clara Square!