store manager, Gainesville/Live Oak, FL

Starbucks Coffee Company is a globally recognized leader in the coffeehouse industry, dedicated to crafting the world’s finest coffee and creating meaningful moments for their customers. Founded with a mission to inspire and nurture the human spirit one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time, Starbucks has grown into a household name synonymous with quality, community, and connection. As a coffeehouse leader within Starbucks, you play an essential role beyond just managing daily operations—you foster an environment where every coffee cup becomes a catalyst for joyful interactions and memorable connections. Working with Starbucks means being part of a welcoming space where community engagement, warmth, and hospitality are a priority, and every team member contributes to the company’s legacy of excellence and inclusiveness.

This leadership opportunity invites candidates to take charge of a Starbucks location, leading a team of passionate partners who share the vision of delivering exceptional coffee experiences. It is a role designed for those who thrive in a dynamic, customer-focused environment and who possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills. You will cultivate a culture characterized by collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement while being encouraged to embrace an entrepreneurial mentality. The position is ideal for individuals with experience in sales-driven environments and those committed to mentoring and coaching team members with professional maturity.

Starbucks offers a comprehensive growth journey for its partners, empowering them with developmental experiences that nurture leadership skills and industry expertise. This role is not only about maintaining operational excellence but also about building lasting relationships and making a meaningful impact on the community served by the coffeehouse. The company invests heavily in its partners’ well-being and professional advancement through industry-leading benefits and supportive workplace policies.

The role requires the ability to expertly balance operational responsibilities including managing staff schedules, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving sales performance, all while maintaining the friendly and inviting atmosphere Starbucks is known for. You will be responsible for aligning your team’s efforts with Starbucks' strategic objectives and delivering an exceptional customer experience at every touchpoint. This leadership position demands a flexible schedule, as work hours often extend beyond the standard 40-hour workweek and include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.

Starbucks values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds including those with prior military service, who bring unique leadership skills and perspectives. The company is committed to equitable hiring practices and strives to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Compensation is competitive and reflective of the candidate’s experience, skills, geographic location, and the company’s internal equity standards.

Joining Starbucks as a coffeehouse leader means becoming part of a global community that emphasizes quality, people, and value. If you are passionate about leading teams and cultivating a vibrant coffeehouse culture, Starbucks offers a platform where your leadership can flourish, and where you can connect with something larger than yourself.