Starbucks Lead Barista, Glendale Galleria - Part Time

About the position

The Lead Barista supports the Starbucks Manager in running an efficient, professional, safe and profitable Starbucks operation following all company standards.

Responsibilities

• Follows and ensure team follows Food Division Standards and Best Practices
• During shift, provides leadership and directs associates in providing food products and exceptional customer service
• Ensure team prepares and presents drip coffee, cold beverage, espresso bar and pastry products to Starbucks standards
• Follows Starbucks merchandising, product presentations and signing standards
• Ensure team meets speed of service standards
• Monitor food quality using Starbucks checklists
• Demonstrate a positive role model for Starbucks Simply Service Steps
• Support a strong working relationship with store management
• Provide on-going training, feedback, coaching, and staff motivation to all associates to maximize team performance and satisfaction
• Maintain role model standards in grooming, professional appearance and communications
• Meet highest standards of workplace safety, sanitation, and equipment care as set by Health Department and company policy
• Utilize forecasts, daily sales reports and weekly food cost and payroll reports to ensure monthly profit/loss goals are met
• Assist in preparation and production of all menu items
• Assist in ordering food, beverage, dry and paper goods based budget and needs of the business
• Assist in product receiving and follow Inventory Best Practices
• Perform other duties as needed
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years related experience
• Ability to read and interpret instructional documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays
• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice