Full-time Assistant Store Manager — Lead Ops & Growth Path

Starbucks; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee on shift

30% partner discount at all stores

Reward & recognition programs

Store Leader KPI incentive program

Partner referral program up to $1000

Wellbeing support two free counselling

Permanent full-time with guaranteed/aw

Paid leave entitlements and weekend/PH

Barista and store management training

Ongoing mentoring

Career progression to Store Manager

Coffee Master development

Job summary

Starbucks Australia is seeking a hands-on Assistant Store Manager on a permanent full-time basis at George Street. You will work with the Store Manager to oversee daily operations, develop a skilled team, and create a welcoming Third Place for customers and communities.

This hands-on leadership role offers training, mentoring, and clear pathways to advancement, including potential progression to Store Manager while enjoying excellent staff benefits and guaranteed hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ progressively responsible experience, including at least one year in a customer-facing role.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in store leadership roles, ideally within the hospitality or quick service restaurant sector.
• Experience supporting store operations and contributing to financial performance.
• Exposure to rostering, budgets, and profit & loss (P&L) reports.
• Proven ability to develop teams and foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations in partnership with the Store Manager to deliver the Starbucks Experience.
• Develop and coach a high-performing team and maintain a welcoming Third Place for customers and communities.
• Coach and mentor team members, build capability, and support the Store Manager’s leadership trajectory.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Coaching

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team development

Job description

Starbucks Australia is seeking a hands-on Assistant Store Manager on a permanent full-time basis at George Street. You will work with the Store Manager to oversee daily operations, develop a skilled team, and create a welcoming Third Place for customers and communities.

This hands-on leadership role offers training, mentoring, and clear pathways to advancement, including potential progression to Store Manager while enjoying excellent staff benefits and guaranteed hours.