Barista - Store# 00181, Westminster Centre

About Starbucks and the Role

At Starbucks, people form the core of our identity, especially those on our store team. We foster connections — with one another, with customers, and the communities we serve — to positively impact every day. Known as "partners," we celebrate our collective achievements and welcome individuals from all walks of life. Our stores offer a warm and inclusive environment where diverse experiences enrich our team.

As a Starbucks barista, you will deliver the Starbucks Experience by providing exceptional customer service and preparing expertly crafted beverages and food. The role involves working in a lively store setting, developing your skills in food and drink preparation, collaborating with teammates, and engaging with new and familiar customers. We believe a simple cup of coffee and a smile can brighten someone's day, making baristas vital moments of joy for our patrons.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Welcome and connect with customers, ensuring a top-notch service experience.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to maintain a smooth and friendly store environment.
• Prepare and serve beverages and food items per standard recipes or customized orders, including adjustments to ingredient quantity or temperature.
• Handle cash transactions responsibly and uphold store safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within your workspace.
• Demonstrate clear and positive communication abilities.
• Adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with calmness and focus.
• Maintain punctual and consistent attendance, embracing flexible scheduling options including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and night shifts.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Quick learner with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Team-oriented mindset, valuing cooperation and relationship-building.
• Attention to detail and quality in beverage and food preparation.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities during shifts.

Additional Information

No prior experience is necessary to join the team. Starbucks is committed to equity and inclusion, encouraging applications from individuals regardless of background, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities. We also honor fair hiring practices concerning applicants with criminal histories and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Starbucks offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include:

• Complimentary coffee
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health coverage with various plan options
• Stock and savings programs such as the Bean Stock equity reward program
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for paid time off

Please note this position requires on-site work at our Westminster Centre location in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada.