Barista

Barista – Store #69700 – Southampton Sainsbury's Lords Hill

Starbucks invites you to join us as a Barista in our Southampton Sainsbury’s Lords Hill location. No previous experience is needed, just a passion for providing joy to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Support store procedures including opening/closing, cash handling, safety and security.
• Assist fellow partners during high‑volume periods to keep the store operating smoothly.
• Anticipate and deliver on customer and store needs by familiarizing yourself with the store environment and building relationships with customers.
• Create the third‑place environment during each shift.
• Deliver legendary customer service, acting with a "customer comes first" attitude and establishing genuine connections.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace for customers and partners.
• Provide quality beverages and food products consistently in line with recipes and presentation standards.

Working Hours

Early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and/or holidays.

Qualifications & Experience

• No prior barista experience required.
• Passion for delighting customers.
• Willingness to support an introductory training programme and learning on the job.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary (in line with the national living wage).
• 28 days holiday a year (including Bank Holidays) + an additional special day for you to celebrate a special moment.
• Free drinks and food when on shift.
• Bean stock options for all partners.
• Comprehensive training, including coffee knowledge and access to Starbucks Global Academy.
• A free bag of coffee each week and a 30% partner discount on food, beverages and merchandise.
• Discounts with local and national retailers through Perks at Work.
• Life assurance.
• Home Sweet Loan (interest‑free loans over 12 months).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• Recognition schemes and monetary awards for long service, WOWing customers and fellow partners.

Starbucks is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All applicants and partners will be treated fairly, without regard to race, religion, sex, nationality, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity and expression.

To apply:

(application process brief) Application > CV review > interview and in‑store experience > offer and onboarding.