barista - Store# 66113, WESTERN & ARCHER

Starbucks Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition coverage

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Starbucks Coffee Company is hiring entry-level baristas in Chicago to deliver warm, friendly service and high-quality beverages. You will learn our recipes, operate cash handling, and help maintain a clean, welcoming store environment for every customer.

Join a team that values growth, benefits, and a friendly culture. Training is provided and schedules include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Available to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays
• Prepare beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers
• Cash handling and store safety and security responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and respond to needs through clear and pleasant communication
• Prepare beverages and food to standard recipes, or customized per customer requests
• Work as part of a team to ensure fast, accurate service and store cleanliness
• Perform various tasks during shifts as needed by the store

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Punctual attendance

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Crafting the world’s finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a timeWe believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to brighten someone’s day. Whether it’s a warm smile or remembering a favorite order, you create moments that matter. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love engaging with people, and take pride in your work, we’d love to have you on our team.We are invested in your growth journey, empowered through developmental experiences as well as our industry leading benefits.Summary of ExperienceNo previous experience requiredBasic QualificationsMaintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodationAvailable to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidaysMeet store operating policies and standards, including providing quality beverages and food products, cash handling and store safety and security, with or without reasonable accommodationEngage with and understand our customers, including discovering and responding to customer needs through clear and pleasant communicationPrepare food and beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers, including recipe changes such as temperature, quantity of ingredients or substituted ingredientsAvailable to perform many different tasks within the store during each shiftRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to learn quicklyAbility to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when neededStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to work as part of a teamAbility to build relationshipsAs a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation that accrues starting at .01961 hours based on a 40 hour week up to 40 hours annually (64 hours in California) after an introductory period, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 or 30 hours worked, depending on work location), and additional pay if working on one of eight observed holidays. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), a quarterly bonus opportunity, incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative.For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information regarding benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.At Starbucks, it is typical for new partners to be hired at the entry point of the range for their role, which is based upon geographic location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail] or 1(888) 611-2258.