Barista Job at Starbucks Coffee Company in St. Louis, Missouri

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 customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In St. Louis, Missouri, our Store# 13811 at Manchester & McKnight embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of Starbucks' culture of connection, quality, and community impact. Starbucks invests heavily in partner growth, providing industry-leading benefits and developmental opportunities that set us apart in the retail and coffee industry.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks Store# 13811 in St. Louis is perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in dynamic settings. No previous experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, prepare food, handle transactions, and create genuine connections with guests. Every shift offers chances to brighten days with a warm smile, personalized service, or remembering a favorite order. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring work-life balance while contributing to a team that values punctuality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Baristas at Starbucks play a multifaceted role in delivering outstanding customer experiences. Core duties include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments, ingredient quantities, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks across the store during each shift to support seamless operations.
• Building lasting relationships that turn one-time visitors into loyal partners.

These responsibilities ensure every cup sparks joy and every interaction fosters community in our St. Louis location.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks passionate individuals ready to learn and grow. Basic qualifications include maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodations. Availability for flexible hours is essential, as is the ability to meet operating policies. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following oral and written instructions (with clarification as needed), strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship-building. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides comprehensive training to set you up for success in this barista position in St. Louis, Missouri.

Why No Experience Needed?

Starbucks empowers partners from day one with hands-on training, making this role accessible to newcomers in the retail or food service sectors.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched benefits that support your well-being and future. Partners enjoy medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Accrue paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually after introductory period) and sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked). Eligible partners access a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, discounted company stock via S.I.P., and Starbucks equity through Bean Stock. Financial tools include incentivized emergency savings.

Educational perks shine with 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree via Arizona State University's online program through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, plus student loan management and more. Daily perks feature free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. Additional support includes backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks complies with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details. These benefits make Starbucks a top employer for barista jobs in St. Louis.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Start as a Barista and advance through developmental experiences, leadership training, and internal opportunities. Many partners progress to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. Our culture of empowerment and growth ensures your hard work translates to real career advancement in the coffee industry.

Training and Development

From barista basics to advanced customer service, Starbucks provides ongoing training tailored to your role at our Manchester & McKnight store.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in St. Louis means more than a job—it's a chance to create impact. Enjoy a supportive team, premium benefits like Bean Stock, 100% tuition coverage (ASU Online), Spotify Premium, free coffee markouts, and 401(k) match. Be part of a brand that values diversity, equity, and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations. Starbucks considers criminal histories consistent with laws. Apply today to brighten days and build your future at Store# 13811.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

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

What shifts are available?

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

What benefits do Baristas get?

Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, 100% ASU tuition coverage, paid time off, free coffee, Spotify Premium, and more.

How much does a Barista earn in St. Louis?

Estimated $32,000-$42,000 yearly, based on market rates, with opportunities for tips and raises.

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.