Full-time Assistant Store Manager - North Lakes

Starbucks Corp.; North Lakes; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coffee on shift

30% partner discount at all Starbucks

Reward & recognition programs (STAR)

Store Leaders KPI incentive program

Partner referral program up to $1,000

Wellbeing support with two free conf.

Permanent full-time with guaranteed 38

Paid leave entitlements

Weekend & public holiday allowances

Barista and store management training

Ongoing mentoring

Career progression to Store Manager

Coffee Master pathway

Job summary

Starbucks Australia is hiring an Assistant Store Manager in North Lakes to lead daily store operations, coach a high-performing team, and deliver the Starbucks Experience. This hands-on leadership role offers guaranteed hours, paid leave, training, and opportunities to progress to Store Manager.

The role is 38 hours per week with fast-food industry award rates, located in North Lakes, Queensland. You will contribute to a welcoming Third Place, manage rostering and budgets, and participate in

Qualifications

• Two years of 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
• Experience in store leadership roles, ideally in hospitality or quick service
• Experience supporting store operations and contributing to financial performance
• Exposure to rostering, budgets, and P&L reports
• Proven ability to develop teams and foster a positive, inclusive work environment

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations in partnership with the Store Manager
• Develop and coach a high-performing team to deliver the Starbucks Experience
• Create a welcoming Third Place for customers and communities
• Grow business acumen, coaching capability, and operational expertise with hands-on leadership

Job description

Full‑time Assistant Store Manager - North Lakes

Your next big career opportunity starts here! Join Starbucks Australia as an Assistant Store Manager and take the next step in your leadership journey.

• Permanent full‑time role (38 hours per week)


• Fast‑food Industry Award Rates

The Opportunity

As an Assistant Store Manager at Starbucks, you’ll play a key leadership role in bringing the Starbucks Experience to life. Working closely with the Store Manager, you’ll help lead store operations, develop a high‑performing team, and create a welcoming third place for customers and communities.

This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity where you’ll grow your business acumen, coaching capability, and operational expertise while being supported to take the next step in your leadership career.

• Free coffee while on shift and a 30% partner discount at all Starbucks Australia stores


• Reward & recognition programs, including STAR Moment Awards aligned to Starbucks values & a Store Leaders KPI incentive program


• Partner referral program – earn up to $1,000 for successful referrals (T&Cs apply)


• Wellbeing support through PeopleSense, offering two free confidential counseling sessions per year


• Permanent full‑time employment with guaranteed hours, paid leave entitlements, and weekend & public holiday allowances


• Fully paid barista and store management training, with no prior coffee experience required, plus ongoing mentoring to support your success at Starbucks


• Ongoing training and development pathways with clear opportunities for career progression into a future Store Manager role


• Develop your skills and passion for coffee and become a Coffee Master

Job Description

To be a Starbucks Assistant Store Manager

We’d love to hear from people who have:

• A minimum of two years’ progressively responsible experience, including at least one year in a customer‑facing role


• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills


• The 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


• A proven ability to develop teams and foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging work environment

Our Purpose & Values

We create moments of connection that make our stores a customer’s Third Place. We’re committed to developing our partners to be their best and making a positive impact in the communities we touch.

Our values, Craft, Courage, Results, Belonging, and Joy — guide everything we do and create a culture where everyone can thrive.

Commitment to Diversity

Starbucks Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all partners (employees).