Store Manager at Starbucks, Union NJ

Starbucks is hiring a Store Manager for its Union, NJ location. This full-time role calls for a leader who thrives on connection, craft, and community. You will not simply oversee daily operations — you will shape a welcoming coffeehouse environment where every visit feels meaningful.

• Lead and inspire a team to deliver exceptional customer experiences
• Drive sales performance in a fast-paced retail food and beverage setting
• Coach and mentor partners with professionalism and care
• Manage scheduling, inventory, and operational standards
• Foster a culture rooted in quality, warmth, and belonging

• 3 years of retail or customer service management experience or 4+ years of US Military service
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record in sales-focused environments
• Leadership abilities centered on coaching and team development
• Minimum High School diploma or GED
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Availability for full-time schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

The verified salary range for this position is USD 67,600 – 94,600 per year
, depending on job-related knowledge, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for partners and their families
• Basic and supplemental life insurance plus voluntary insurance options
• Short-term and long-term disability support
• Paid parental leave and family expansion reimbursement
• Paid vacation from date of hire, accrued sick time, eight paid holidays, and two personal days annually
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.) and Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
• 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor s degree through Arizona State University s online program
• Student loan management resources and additional educational opportunities
• Backup care access and DACA reimbursement

• Quantify your leadership impact: Highlight metrics like sales growth percentage, customer satisfaction scores, or team retention rates from previous management roles in food and beverage or retail environments.
• Showcase scheduling and operational fluency: Mention experience with workforce management platforms (for example, Kronos or Dayforce) and point-of-sale systems commonly used in quick-service restaurant and coffeehouse settings.
• Emphasize coaching stories: Starbucks values mentorship — describe specific instances where you developed a team member from entry-level to a shift lead or assistant manager role.
• Demonstrate customer-centric problem solving: Share examples of resolving escalated customer complaints in high-volume service environments, including any loyalty program strategies you implemented.
• Leverage relevant networks: Beyond Linked In, explore hospitality and retail management groups on platforms like Glassdoor and Indeed, where similar food and beverage leadership roles frequently appear.

Join Starbucks and become part of a company where people, quality, and community are at the heart of everything. This is your chance to lead with craft and heart — apply before November 28, 2026.