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 fosters warm, welcoming spaces where customers find not just exceptional beverages but genuine moments of joy. In Traverse City, Michigan, our Store# 80413 at Garfield & Airport embodies this mission, serving the local community with passion and precision. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this experience, turning every shift into an opportunity to brighten someone's day.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Traverse City, Michigan, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic, people-oriented environments. No prior experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft high-quality beverages, prepare food items, and deliver outstanding customer service while contributing to a collaborative team atmosphere. This position offers flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and nights, allowing you to balance work with your lifestyle. At Starbucks, Baristas are empowered partners invested in your growth through developmental experiences and industry-leading benefits.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily contributions are vital to our store's success. Key responsibilities include:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, such as remembering favorite orders or customizing drinks.
• Preparing beverages and food to standard recipes, including adjustments for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Performing diverse tasks during each shift to support smooth operations in a fast-paced setting.
• Creating welcoming experiences with warm smiles that spark connections and brighten days.

Daily Impact

Every interaction matters. Whether it's a rushed commuter needing a quick latte or a regular seeking their go-to Frappuccino, your role ensures every visit feels personal and delightful.

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 that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Meeting store operating policies and standards for quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Ability to engage customers effectively.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass quick learning, following oral and written instructions, strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship building. No previous experience is necessary—Starbucks provides comprehensive training to set you up for success.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the retail industry, available to you and your family from day one. Highlights include:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and backup care.
• Time Off: Paid vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (more in select states), 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: 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 DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts during shifts, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to financial well-being tools.

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

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas often advance to roles like Shift Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager, and beyond, with developmental programs tailored to your aspirations. Our culture emphasizes empowerment, providing tools and opportunities to lead and innovate. Many partners start as Baristas and progress to district or regional management, leveraging skills gained in our supportive environment.

Training & Development

From hands-on barista training to leadership courses, Starbucks invests in your success, fostering quick learners into confident leaders.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a purpose-driven company that values inclusivity, innovation, and community. In Traverse City, you'll serve a vibrant locale while enjoying competitive pay, robust benefits, and a premium work culture. Starbucks is 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. We offer reasonable accommodations and welcome applicants with criminal histories per applicable laws.

Experience the Starbucks difference: premium coffee, meaningful connections, and unparalleled partner support. Apply today and craft your future, one cup at a time.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? A: No, no previous experience is needed—we train you from scratch.

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Most benefits, including health insurance and tuition coverage, are available right away.

Q: How do I advance at Starbucks? A: Through developmental programs, many Baristas move into supervisory and management roles quickly.

Q: Is this full-time or part-time? A: Flexible, accommodating both based on availability.

Q: What's the pay range? A: Competitive, estimated at $32,000-$38,000 annually based on location and hours, with opportunities for tips and raises.