Join Starbucks as a Barista in Los Angeles, CA and inspire with every cup At Starbucks, it’s all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each other, our customers, and our communities to make a positive impact every day. We believe in working together to make a difference and in celebrating our shared success, which is why we call ourselves Starbucks “partners.” Starbucks is a place of warmth and belonging, where everyone is welcome, and we value the unique experiences that each partner brings to our team As a Starbucks barista, you’ll create the Starbucks Experience for our customers through excellent service and expertly-crafted products. You’ll be in an energetic store environment where you’ll have the ability to master your food & beverage craft, work alongside friends and meet new people every day. A cup of coffee and a smile can go a long way, and we believe our baristas have the power to be the best moment in each customer’s day. True to Our Mission & Values, working together we can inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time You’d make a great barista if you: • Consider yourself a people person, and enjoy meeting others. • Love working as a team and appreciate the chance to collaborate. • Understand how to create a great customer service experience. • Have a focus on quality and take pride in your work. • Are open to learning new things (especially the latest beverage recipe) • Are comfortable with responsibilities like cash handling and store safety. • Can keep cool and calm in a fast-paced, energetic work environment. • Can maintain a clean and organized workspace. • Have excellent communications skills. No previous experience is required From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details. Basic Qualifications • Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation • Available to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays • Meet store operating policies and standards, including providing quality beverages and food products, cash handling and store safety and security, with or without reasonable accommodation • Engage with and understand our customers, including discovering and responding to customer needs through clear and pleasant communication • Prepare food and beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers, including recipe changes such as temperature, the quantity of ingredients, or substituted ingredients • Available to perform many different tasks within the store during each shift Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to learn quickly • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to work as part of a team • Ability to build relationships