store manager-Portland, ME

Starbucks Coffee Company is a world-renowned coffeehouse chain committed to delivering the finest coffee experiences to communities everywhere. Established as a leader in the specialty coffee industry, Starbucks prides itself on crafting moments of connection and warmth in every cup served. With thousands of stores globally, Starbucks not only focuses on quality coffee but also on creating welcoming spaces where customers feel a sense of belonging and comfort. Starbucks is much more than just a coffee provider; the company emphasizes social responsibility, partner (employee) development, and community engagement. This makes Starbucks a recognized name in both the hospitality industry and corporate social responsibility sectors.

As a coffeehouse leader at Starbucks, you are positioned at the heart of these experiences, steering your team to create meaningful moments every day. This role is not merely about business operations—it involves leadership with heart and craft. You will be entrusted with fostering an environment where your community feels welcomed and valued, cultivating a space that celebrates diversity, connection, and high-quality service.

In this full-time position, candidates will engage in a dynamic work environment characterized by variable hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Starbucks offers a competitive salary that factors in job-related knowledge, skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity, ensuring fair compensation. The company encourages growth through developmental experiences, promoting your journey as a professional leader within the industry.

Starbucks places great emphasis on leadership qualities including strong organizational skills, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and the ability to coach and mentor team members with maturity and empathy. This role demands an entrepreneurial spirit thriving in a sales-focused setting, alongside a commitment to operational excellence. Whether you bring years of retail or customer service management experience or military service background, your leadership will shape the daily experiences of both your team and customers.

Starbucks is deeply invested in the wellbeing of its partners (employees) and their families. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and personal days. The company supports financial well-being through a 401(k) plan with employer match, a discounted stock program, equity participation, and savings incentives. Education is prioritized with 100% upfront tuition coverage for first-time bachelor’s degrees through Arizona State University, student loan management resources, and further educational opportunities.

Equality and inclusivity are pillars of Starbucks' employment philosophy. The company is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities to ensure an accessible hiring process. Joining Starbucks means becoming part of a globally recognized organization where your leadership creates impact and connection every day, making your coffeehouse a place of meaningful moments for your community.