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 Tampa, Florida, our Store# 21217 at Bruce B Downs & E 132nd St embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced environment where baristas make a real difference. As an equal opportunity employer, Starbucks commits to diversity, inclusion, and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Tampa is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings and love people. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create genuine connections with guests. Flexible hours accommodate 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 from day one.

Store Location Highlights

Located at Bruce B Downs & E 132nd St in Tampa, this store serves a vibrant community, blending suburban charm with urban energy. Enjoy Tampa's sunny weather, cultural attractions, and proximity to top beaches while building your career.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your role is multifaceted, focusing on excellence in service and operations:

• Engage customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs, remembering favorite orders for personalized service.
• Prepare high-quality beverages and food to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Brighten days with warm smiles and meaningful interactions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow:

• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Available for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral/written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team collaboration, and relationship-building abilities.
• No prior experience required; training provided for all tasks.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per applicable laws. Contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com for disability accommodations.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks invests in partners with comprehensive benefits from day one:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and stock discount via S.I.P.
• Education: 100% upfront tuition coverage for first-time bachelor's degrees through Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan resources and DACA reimbursement.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours/year), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 worked), parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, and financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families Act and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks empowers partners through developmental experiences, from barista to management and beyond. Access mentorship, training, and internal mobility. Many leaders started as baristas, leveraging tools like the College Achievement Plan for advancement. Grow your skills in customer service, operations, and leadership while enjoying tuition-free education.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community. Craft moments that matter, build lasting relationships, and take pride in premium coffee. In Tampa, enjoy competitive pay, premium benefits like Bean Stock and 401(k) match, free drinks, Spotify Premium, and unmatched growth. Be part of a company committed to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and inclusivity. With realistic estimated salaries from $32,000-$42,000 yearly based on local rates, this role offers stability and upside.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we provide full training.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Health insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k), and perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium.

Q: How do I apply? A: Visit our careers site or apply directly for Store# 21217 in Tampa.

Q: Does Starbucks offer career advancement? A: Yes, with developmental programs and tuition-free ASU degrees.