Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Temple, Texas

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 United States and globally, Starbucks creates warm, welcoming spaces where customers connect over exceptional beverages and food. In Temple, Texas, our Store# 29043 at West Adams & Hilliard 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' commitment to quality, community, and partner growth.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Temple, Texas, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love making genuine connections. No previous experience is required, making it an ideal entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages with precision, serve fresh food, and create moments that brighten customers' days—whether through a warm smile, remembering a favorite order, or customizing drinks to perfection. This position demands flexibility, with shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays. At Starbucks, every shift is an opportunity to grow, supported by industry-leading training and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista at Starbucks Store# 29043 in Temple, Texas, your daily responsibilities 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 a variety of tasks during each shift to ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Building lasting relationships with guests and teammates, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals for the Barista position in Temple, Texas, with these basic qualifications:

• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Available to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Meet store operating policies and standards for providing quality beverages, food, cash handling, and security.
• Possess required knowledge, skills, and abilities such as quick learning, following instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks invests in your development from day one.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched benefits to its partners (that's what we call our employees), ensuring you and your family are supported holistically:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation accruing from .01961 hours per 40-hour week (up to 40 hours annually, more in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Financial Wellness: 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 opportunities.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts during shifts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, DACA reimbursement, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws, including Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and are subject to collective bargaining where applicable. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is deeply invested in your growth journey. From hands-on developmental experiences to tuition-free education, we empower baristas to advance into roles like shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Many partners start as baristas and build thriving careers, leveraging our world-class training programs. In Temple, Texas, you'll gain skills in customer service, operations, and leadership that open doors company-wide.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks as a Barista in Temple, Texas, means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven culture that values inclusivity, innovation, and impact. We're an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are evaluated per applicable laws. Need an accommodation? Contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1-888-611-2258. With competitive pay starting at the entry range based on location, plus tips and benefits, this is your opportunity to brew a brighter future.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, no previous experience is needed—we provide full training.

Q: What shifts will I work? A: Flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Q: What benefits are immediate? A: Benefits like insurance and perks start after an introductory period; education and financial tools are accessible early.

Q: How much can I earn? A: Competitive pay based on location, plus tips; estimates range from $28,000-$36,000 annually.

Q: Can I advance my career? A: Absolutely—many baristas move up with our growth programs and 100% tuition coverage.

Apply now for the Barista role at Starbucks in Temple, Texas, and start crafting moments that matter!