assistant store manager, West Seattle

Starbucks Coffee Company is a globally recognized coffeehouse chain dedicated to crafting the world’s finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time. Known for its commitment to quality, community, and meaningful connection, Starbucks creates a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee serves as an opportunity to connect and bring joy to customers. As a premier brand in the coffee retail industry, Starbucks emphasizes not only the excellence of its handcrafted beverages but also the experience it delivers to each guest. With a presence in numerous countries and a passionate customer base, Starbucks continues to be a leader in the specialty coffee market. The company values its partners (employees) and invests heavily in their personal and professional growth, offering extensive development opportunities and industry-leading benefits.

The role of Assistant Store Manager at Starbucks is an exciting leadership position that involves guiding and supporting a team to create exceptional customer experiences. This role is central to maintaining the high standards of service, product quality, and store environment that Starbucks is known for. The Assistant Store Manager collaborates with store leadership to ensure operational excellence, delivering moments of connection and joy to every guest who walks through the door. This position presents an opportunity to lead with heart and craft in a supportive environment where entrepreneurial spirit and strong problem-solving skills are highly valued.

As part of the management team, the Assistant Store Manager plays a crucial role in mentoring partners to succeed, managing day-to-day store operations, and driving sales initiatives. It requires a balance of interpersonal skills and organizational expertise to manage a dynamic team while ensuring the store operates efficiently. This role demands flexibility, including working variable hours such as early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Starbucks offers a competitive pay structure for this overtime-eligible role, with the actual base pay being dependent on various factors including experience, location, and internal equity.

Beyond the operational aspects, Starbucks is deeply committed to the well-being of its partners and their families. Employees benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, paid parental leave, and generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal days. Additionally, Starbucks supports educational advancement through its College Achievement Plan offering full tuition coverage for a bachelor's degree via Arizona State University’s online program, along with student loan management resources and access to various educational opportunities. The company fosters a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace, ensuring equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender identity, or other protected characteristics, and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Joining Starbucks as an Assistant Store Manager means becoming part of a culture that values meaningful connections, quality, and growth. It is an opportunity to grow as an individual while making a positive impact within your community. If you possess a minimum of two years of retail or customer service management experience, or have four or more years of US Military service, coupled with strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, this role offers a platform to thrive in a vibrant, team-oriented environment with the support of a globally respected brand.