store manager, Jackson, Mississippi

Starbucks Coffee Company is a globally recognized coffeehouse chain, known for its premium coffee beverages, innovative menu offerings, and distinct commitment to customer experience. Established over four decades ago, Starbucks has grown into an iconic brand synonymous with quality coffee and social connection, operating thousands of locations worldwide. Renowned for blending a passion for great coffee with community values, Starbucks creates an inviting atmosphere where people enjoy meaningful moments over their favorite drinks. The company fosters an inclusive culture focused on employee growth, customer satisfaction, and social responsibility, making it a leader in the retail coffee industry. As a Starbucks partner, employees are considered members of a supportive community aimed at both professional and personal development.

This role of Coffeehouse Leader at Starbucks transcends the traditional management position, placing candidates at the forefront of customer engagement and team leadership within a vibrant retail environment. The Coffeehouse Leader is accountable for driving operational excellence, cultivating a culture of connection and joy, and leading a diverse team with empathy and professionalism. With an emphasis on coaching, mentoring, and inspiring partners, this role involves overseeing day-to-day store operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and outstanding customer experiences. Candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, sales-focused environment where entrepreneurial spirit and strong organizational skills are critical. Beyond managing performance metrics, the Coffeehouse Leader shapes the store's culture, contributing to Starbucks' mission of nurturing human connections one cup at a time.

The position requires a minimum of three years of retail or customer service management experience or, alternatively, four or more years of U.S. military service, underscoring the value of discipline and leadership skills developed in diverse settings. Candidates must possess keen interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, combined with a strong leadership style centered on coaching and mentoring team members to reach their full potential. The role demands flexibility in scheduling, requiring commitment to variable hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This full-time position offers competitive pay based on multiple factors such as experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Starbucks provides an impressive suite of employee benefits aimed at supporting the well-being and growth of its partners and their families. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, paid parental leave, and family expansion reimbursement. Employees are entitled to paid vacation starting from date of hire, sick leave accrued hourly, paid holidays, and personal days. Financial benefits include participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, access to a stock purchase program, an equity program known as Bean Stock, and resources for financial well-being. Starbucks uniquely offers 100% tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through the Arizona State University online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, along with student loan management and other educational opportunities. Additional perks include backup care and DACA reimbursement, demonstrating Starbucks’ commitment to diversity and inclusion. Starbucks maintains compliance with all applicable state and local leave laws and aims to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.

Joining Starbucks as a Coffeehouse Leader means becoming part of more than a company – it’s joining a global community that passionately believes in creating impactful connections through coffee and human interaction. This role not only provides a career opportunity with strong growth potential but also allows individuals to make a tangible difference in customers’ daily lives and their local communities. Starbucks invites motivated leaders to apply and contribute to a workplace where quality, people, and values come first, making every day meaningful and rewarding.