Barista - Starbucks Coffee Company in Wilsonville, Oregon

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 Wilsonville, Oregon, our Store# 02916 at Boones Ferry & Wilsonville embodies this mission, offering a fast-paced yet rewarding environment for baristas to shine. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of creating those special moments, from a warm smile to remembering a favorite order.

Role Overview

The Barista role at Starbucks in Wilsonville, Oregon, is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and love interacting with people. 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 build genuine connections with customers. Flexible hours accommodate early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring you can balance work with life. Starbucks invests in your growth through developmental experiences and industry-leading benefits, setting you up for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

As a Barista, your day-to-day duties are varied and engaging:

• Prepare beverages and food to exact standards or customize based on customer preferences, including adjustments for temperature, ingredients, or substitutions.
• Engage customers with clear, pleasant communication to discover and meet their needs, fostering loyalty and positive experiences.
• Handle cash transactions accurately while adhering to store safety, security, and operating policies.
• Perform multiple tasks per shift, from stocking to cleaning, ensuring a pristine store environment.
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality to support team operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Availability for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Regular and consistent attendance, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to meet store standards for quality beverages, food, cash handling, safety, and security.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities encompass:

• Quick learning aptitude.
• Understanding and executing oral and written instructions, with clarification as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Building meaningful customer relationships.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits & Perks

Starbucks offers comprehensive benefits that prioritize partner well-being:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Time Off: Paid vacation accruing up to 40 hours annually (64 in California), sick time (1 hour per 25-30 hours worked), paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Bean Stock equity program, discounted company stock (S.I.P.), incentivized emergency savings, and student loan management.
• 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 other educational opportunities and DACA reimbursement.
• Exclusive Perks: Free coffee and tea markouts, Spotify Premium subscription, backup care, and holiday pay for eight observed holidays.

Benefits comply with state laws, such as Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and are subject to collective bargaining where applicable. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Career Growth at Starbucks

Starbucks is dedicated to your professional journey. Starting as a Barista, you'll gain hands-on experience in customer service, operations, and leadership. Developmental programs pave the way for promotions to shift supervisor, assistant store manager, and beyond. With tools like Bean Stock and tuition coverage, you're empowered to advance. Many partners start here and build thriving careers, leveraging Starbucks' global network for opportunities in retail, corporate, and beyond.

Why Join Starbucks

Joining Starbucks means more than a job—it's a chance to make an impact. In Wilsonville, Oregon, you'll contribute to a community hub where every cup sparks joy. Enjoy competitive pay (estimated $32,000-$42,000 yearly based on local rates), premium benefits like 401(k) match and 100% ASU tuition coverage, and perks such as free coffee markouts and Spotify Premium. Our inclusive culture values growth, diversity, and work-life balance. New hires typically start at the entry pay range, adjusted for location and experience.

Role FAQs

Is experience required for the Barista role?

No, no previous experience is needed. Starbucks provides training to succeed.

What shifts will I work?

Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.

What benefits are available immediately?

Benefits like insurance and tuition coverage start after an introductory period, with perks like free drinks from day one.

How does Starbucks support career advancement?

Through developmental experiences, Bean Stock, 401(k) match, and tuition programs for long-term growth.

Is Starbucks an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics and offer accommodations.

Apply now to become a Starbucks Barista in Wilsonville, Oregon, and start crafting moments that matter!