Barista – Craft Moments, Flexible Hours & Growth

Starbucks; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition coverage

Paid vacation

Job summary

Starbucks Coffee Company is expanding its Buffalo store team and hiring at the entry level.

No prior experience required; you’ll learn to craft beverages, handle food, and deliver warm, efficient service in a fast-paced, welcoming environment.

We support growth with industry-leading benefits, training, and opportunities to advance while building connections with customers and your partners.

Qualifications

• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Available to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and holidays.
• Meet store policies and standards: quality beverages/food, cash handling, store safety.
• Engage with customers and respond to needs through clear communication.
• Prepare beverages to standard recipes or customized as requested.
• Be able to perform many tasks during each shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages and food to standard recipes or customized for customers.
• Engage with customers and respond to their needs with clear, pleasant communication.
• Work as part of a team in a fast-paced store.

Skills

Learn quickly

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Relationship building

Job description

Starbucks Coffee Company is expanding its Buffalo store team and hiring at the entry level.

No prior experience required; you’ll learn to craft beverages, handle food, and deliver warm, efficient service in a fast-paced, welcoming environment.

We support growth with industry-leading benefits, training, and opportunities to advance while building connections with customers and your partners.