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 Thousand Oaks, California, our Store# 05909 at Reino Road and Kimber Drive embodies this mission, offering a vibrant atmosphere for both partners and guests. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this experience, turning every shift into an opportunity to brighten days and foster connections.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Thousand Oaks is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft high-quality beverages, serve delicious food, and engage with diverse customers, all while contributing to a positive store culture. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life. At Starbucks, Baristas are empowered partners invested in your growth through developmental experiences and industry-leading benefits.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

Baristas don't just make coffee—they create moments that matter. From remembering a favorite order to delivering a warm smile, your role directly impacts customer loyalty and store success. Located in Thousand Oaks, this position combines retail energy with Starbucks' premium brand prestige.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily tasks are varied and engaging, ensuring every shift feels rewarding:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Prepare beverages and food to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments, ingredient quantities, or substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform multiple tasks per shift, adapting quickly to the store's rhythm.
• Build lasting relationships with guests and teammates, enhancing the Starbucks experience.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow. 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.
• Meeting store operating policies and standards.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to learn quickly and follow oral/written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Capacity to build relationships in a customer-facing role.

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

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers unmatched benefits that support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic/supplemental life insurance, short-term/long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 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, 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 resources and DACA reimbursement.
• Everyday Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium, backup care, and family expansion reimbursement.

Visit starbucksbenefits.com for full details. Benefits comply with state laws like California's paid leave requirements.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks invests in your journey with structured development, leadership training, and internal mobility. Many Baristas advance to shift supervisor, store manager, or corporate roles. Access financial well-being tools, educational opportunities, and a supportive culture that values diverse backgrounds. In Thousand Oaks, you'll join a team committed to your success.

Pathways to Promotion

From Barista to beyond: Excel in customer service and operations to unlock supervisory roles with competitive pay and responsibilities. Starbucks' tuition program empowers degree pursuit without debt, fueling long-term career aspirations.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community of partners passionate about coffee and people. In Thousand Oaks, enjoy California's vibrant lifestyle while working for a brand that prioritizes ethics, sustainability, and inclusion. Competitive estimated salary ($34,000-$42,000 yearly), premium benefits like Bean Stock and 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match set Starbucks apart. Be part of a company where your growth sparks connections worldwide.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, we provide training for all new partners.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, including insurance eligibility and tuition program access after introductory period.

Q: How does pay work? A: Entry-level based on location; individual factors considered. Estimated $34K-$42K yearly in Thousand Oaks.

Q: Is Starbucks inclusive? A: Yes, equal opportunity employer considering all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories per local laws.

Ready to craft moments? Apply for Barista at Starbucks Store# 05909 in Thousand Oaks today!