Barista: Craft Coffee, Warm Moments, Growth Path

Starbucks Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education benefits

Job summary

Starbucks Coffee Company is seeking entry-level partners to join our Chicago store team. This position offers flexibility with shifts and no previous experience required.

You will learn beverage preparation, customer service, and store operations while contributing to a welcoming customer experience. Partners gain access to robust benefits, growth opportunities, and a culture focused on warmth and connection.

Qualifications

• Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and holidays
• Meet store policies and standards: quality beverages/food, cash handling, safety
• Engage with customers and respond to needs with clear, pleasant communication
• Prepare beverages to standard recipes or customized orders
• Ability to perform multiple store tasks during each shift
• Ability to learn quickly
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

• Take customer orders and prepare beverages to standard recipes or customized specifications
• Engage with customers to understand needs and provide friendly service
• Maintain quality beverages/food, cash handling, and store safety
• Assist with multiple tasks across the store during shifts
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth store operations

Skills

Learning quickly

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Relationship builder

Job description

Starbucks Coffee Company is seeking entry-level partners to join our Chicago store team. This position offers flexibility with shifts and no previous experience required.

You will learn beverage preparation, customer service, and store operations while contributing to a welcoming customer experience. Partners gain access to robust benefits, growth opportunities, and a culture focused on warmth and connection.