store manager - Issaquah/Sammamish, WA

Starbucks Coffee Company is a globally recognized leader in the coffeehouse industry, renowned for crafting the world’s finest coffee and creating meaningful moments. Since its founding, Starbucks has become synonymous with quality coffee and a community-focused experience, providing customers with not only exceptional beverages but also a warm, welcoming environment. As an established and innovative company operating thousands of stores worldwide, Starbucks has earned a reputation for fostering connection within communities and for promoting a culture of inclusivity and respect among its employees and customers alike.

This role is centered on leadership within the Starbucks community, where the successful candidate will have a direct impact on both the team and the customer experience. The position involves managing and coaching team members, ensuring operational efficiency, and championing Starbucks’ mission of creating moments of connection and joy for every customer. The ideal candidate will embody an entrepreneurial spirit, demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills, and possess a passion for delivering a sales-focused customer experience. As a leader at Starbucks, there is a unique opportunity to grow professionally and personally through comprehensive developmental experiences and access to industry-leading benefits.

At Starbucks, leadership extends beyond managing day-to-day operations. It involves inspiring and mentoring a diverse team of partners (employees) while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer service. This position requires balancing the business objectives with fostering an environment where the community feels genuinely welcomed and valued. Starbucks is committed to helping partners succeed not only at work but also in their broader life goals, offering support through programs like tuition coverage and financial well-being resources.

This opportunity is full-time and requires availability during variable hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The role offers competitive compensation, with pay based on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Starbucks maintains a commitment to equitable hiring practices and workplace diversity and inclusion. The company also provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and promotes a supportive, respectful workplace culture.

Starbucks partners and their families benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and wellness benefits. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic and supplemental life insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; paid parental leave; and paid vacation from the first day of hire. Additional perks include sick time accrual, paid holidays and personal days, participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, access to stock purchase and equity programs, and tuition assistance through partnerships with Arizona State University. Starbucks further supports partners with emergency savings incentives, student loan management tools, backup care, and DACA reimbursement programs.

Joining Starbucks means becoming part of a larger mission to connect people and create positive social impact through coffee. Candidates who demonstrate leadership capability, a strong customer service mindset, and a commitment to creating an inclusive and inspiring environment are encouraged to apply and make a lasting impact in their community through this meaningful role.