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 Turlock, California, our Store# 11242 at Main & Hwy 99 embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. 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 Turlock, California, 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. Baristas craft beverages, serve food, handle transactions, and create moments that brighten customers' days—whether through a warm smile, remembering a favorite order, or customizing drinks to perfection. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring work-life balance while contributing to a team-focused culture.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

This position offers more than just coffee service; it's a launchpad for personal and professional growth. Starbucks invests in partners with developmental experiences, industry-leading benefits, and tools for long-term success, all while fostering a supportive community in Turlock.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your daily impact includes:

• Engaging with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs.
• Preparing high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintaining store standards for safety, security, cash handling, and product quality.
• Performing diverse tasks per shift, from brewing coffee to restocking and cleaning.
• Building relationships and working collaboratively as part of the team to deliver exceptional service.

Every shift is an opportunity to create meaningful moments in a high-energy retail environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Starbucks seeks enthusiastic individuals ready to join the team. 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 thriving in fast-paced settings. No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks provides training to set you up for success.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers comprehensive benefits that prioritize partner well-being:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic/supplemental life insurance, short-term/long-term disability.
• 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.
• 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 via Arizona State University's online program, plus student loan management and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws like California's leave policies and may vary with collective bargaining. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks empowers partners on their growth journey. Start as a Barista and advance through hands-on training, leadership development, and opportunities in operations, merchandising, or management. Many leaders began behind the bar. With tools like the College Achievement Plan and equity programs like Bean Stock, your future is bright. Enjoy free coffee markouts daily and Spotify Premium to fuel your shifts and personal time.

Pathways to Success

From barista to shift supervisor, store manager, or beyond, Starbucks provides clear advancement tracks, mentorship, and resources for skill-building in a supportive culture.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's joining a purpose-driven community that values every partner. In Turlock, contribute to a vibrant store while accessing premium benefits like 401(k) match, 100% tuition coverage, and perks such as free drinks and music streaming. Starbucks hires at competitive entry-level pay based on location, with room for growth. We're committed to fair consideration for all, including those with criminal histories per local laws. Brighten days, build skills, and brew your future with Starbucks Coffee Company.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Many, like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium, with others after introductory periods.

Q: How do I apply? A: Submit your application online and prepare to create connections at Starbucks.

Q: Does Starbucks offer career advancement? A: Yes, with proven paths from barista to leadership roles nationwide.