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 Westminster, Colorado, our Store# 10724 at 136TH & I-25 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 Westminster, Colorado, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love making genuine connections. No previous experience is required, making it an accessible 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 or remembering a favorite order. Flexible scheduling accommodates early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring work-life balance while contributing to store success.

Why Barista at Starbucks?

This position offers immediate impact in a supportive team environment. You'll build skills in customer service, multitasking, and product expertise while enjoying industry-leading benefits from day one.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your role is multifaceted, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional guest experiences:

• Engage with customers through clear, pleasant communication to discover and respond to their needs.
• Prepare high-quality food and beverages according to standard recipes, including customizations like temperature adjustments or ingredient substitutions.
• Maintain store standards for quality products, cash handling, safety, and security.
• Perform diverse tasks per shift, from stocking to cleaning, adapting to the fast-paced rhythm of the store.
• Build relationships with regulars, fostering loyalty with personalized service.

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.
• Ability to meet store operating policies on quality, safety, and security.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quick learning ability, and teamwork mindset.
• Capacity to follow oral and written instructions, requesting clarification as needed.

No prior experience is necessary—Starbucks invests in your development through hands-on training.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks partners receive comprehensive benefits that set us apart in the retail and food sector:

• 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 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.
• Time Off: Paid vacation (up to 40 hours annually), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, and holiday pay.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, and access to financial well-being tools.

Benefits comply with state laws like Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and may vary with collective bargaining.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is committed to your professional journey. Baristas often advance to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond through developmental experiences. Our culture empowers growth, with opportunities in operations, merchandising, and corporate roles. Many partners leverage the Starbucks College Achievement Plan to earn degrees while working, opening doors to leadership positions.

Training and Development

From barista basics to advanced customer service, ongoing training ensures success. We're invested in your path, providing tools for long-term career fulfillment.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a community where your contributions create joy. In Westminster, Colorado, enjoy a vibrant store location, competitive estimated salary ($32,000-$42,000 USD yearly), and perks like free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. Be part of a brand that values inclusivity, innovation, and impact. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, receive fair consideration per federal, state, and local laws.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What benefits start immediately? A: Eligible partners access health insurance, tuition coverage, 401(k) match, Bean Stock, and more after introductory period.

Q: How do I apply? A: Visit our careers site or contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com for disabilities support.

Ready to brew your future? Apply for Barista at Starbucks Westminster today and start creating meaningful moments.