Starbucks Lead Barista

Food City is a privately held, family-owned grocery store chain committed to running the best store in town. With a strong focus on community involvement and associate empowerment, Food City encourages its team members to engage with their local civic organizations, fostering a deep connection between employees and the neighborhoods they serve. The company considers its associates to be its greatest asset, exemplified by the fact that over 13% of the company is owned by employees through an employee stock ownership plan. This unique ownership model promotes strong pride in delivering outstanding products and services. Food City offers a wide range of career opportunities across multiple fields including baking, accounting, trucking, and retail operations. The company is known for providing flexible work schedules that respect the personal lives of its associates, ensuring ample time for family and friends. Their inclusive culture supports growth and development, making Food City an ideal place for those seeking either a rewarding career or a refreshing change in their professional path.

The role at hand is to create the Starbucks experience within Food City stores by delivering prompt and courteous service, quality beverages, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment that customers will appreciate. This position involves operating a Starbucks kiosk within the Food City premises, working closely with the management team to ensure smooth opening and closing procedures. The successful candidate will be integral in preparing and serving high-quality Starbucks products including beverages, whole bean coffee, and food items, while strictly adhering to Starbucks’ recipe and presentation standards. The Barista role also demands integrity, honesty, and a dedicated application of knowledge to promote the shared culture and values of both Food City and Starbucks. Teamwork and positive customer interaction are key components, as this job requires engaging with customers, offering product insights, suggesting additional sales, and sampling products to enhance the customer experience. Proficiency with point of sale (POS) systems is important for handling cash register transactions efficiently and accurately. Problem-solving skills are essential to address any issues involving customers, Baristas, or business operations. The position also involves challenging peers and the team to achieve store goals, ensuring operational tools and equipment are used safely, complying with all safety protocols, and enforcing company food safety practices. Consistent attendance and punctuality are mandatory as the role requires on-site work during scheduled shifts. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals enthusiastic about customer service and Starbucks culture to join Food City’s mission of exceptional in-store experiences while benefiting from a supportive work environment and comprehensive employee benefits.