Barista Job at Starbucks Coffee Company in Turlock, California

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 every cup sparks connection. In Turlock, California, our Store# 09867 at JOHNSON & CANAL embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced environment where baristas brighten days through warm smiles, personalized service, and exceptional beverages. As a Starbucks partner, you'll join a team invested in your growth, backed by industry-leading benefits and developmental opportunities. Starbucks isn't just a job—it's a community committed to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and partner well-being.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Turlock, CA, is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings, love people, and take pride in their craft. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible entry point into the coffee industry. You'll craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create memorable customer experiences. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and pathways for advancement within Starbucks' global network.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily duties focus on delivering excellence in every interaction:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs, including remembering favorite orders.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes or customized requests, adjusting for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for quality, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Contribute to a positive team environment in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to learn and grow. Basic qualifications include:

• Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Adherence to store policies on quality, safety, and operations.
• Strong ability to learn quickly, follow instructions, and request clarification when needed.

Required skills encompass interpersonal abilities, teamwork, relationship building, and adaptability. Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of background, and offers reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks provides unmatched benefits to support your life and future:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and backup care.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted stock purchase (S.I.P.), and incentivized emergency savings.
• Education: 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree via Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan resources and DACA reimbursement.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 64 hours annually in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, financial well-being tools, and family expansion reimbursement.

Benefits comply with state laws like California's leave policies and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks invests in your journey with developmental experiences, training, and promotion opportunities. Start as a Barista and advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, or beyond. Access leadership programs, mentorship, and global mobility. Partners enjoy tuition-free education through the College Achievement Plan, empowering career pivots into management, operations, or corporate roles. With a focus on inclusivity and growth, Starbucks has promoted thousands internally.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than employment—it's belonging to a purpose-driven culture. In Turlock, you'll create moments that matter, from perfect lattes to genuine connections. Enjoy premium pay estimates of $32,000-$42,000 yearly, world-class benefits like Bean Stock and 100% ASU tuition coverage, free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium, and 401(k) match. Starbucks' commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures a supportive workplace. Apply now to brighten lives, including your own, at Store# 09867.

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 Starbucks support education? A: 100% upfront tuition for ASU online degrees, plus loan help.

Q: Is this full-time? A: Yes, with opportunities for part-time based on needs.

Ready to brew your future? Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details and apply today!