Assistant Starbucks Manager

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

Job Summary

The Assistant Starbucks Manager supports the Starbucks Manager in overseeing daily operations of the licensed Starbucks department. This role assists with driving sales, delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining Starbucks brand standards, ensuring food safety compliance, and developing a high-performing team. The Assistant Starbucks Manager helps create a welcoming café environment while supporting operational excellence and profitability.

Key Responsibilities Department Operations

• Assist in managing daily Starbucks department operations.
• Support beverage and food production to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering, receiving, and stock management.
• Ensure proper merchandising, product availability, and store presentation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall department readiness.

Customer Service

• Deliver exceptional customer service consistent with Starbucks and company standards.
• Create a welcoming and engaging environment for all customers.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Promote customer loyalty through positive interactions and product knowledge.
• Support promotional programs and seasonal product launches.

Team Leadership

• Assist with recruiting, training, coaching, and developing Starbucks associates.
• Support labor scheduling and daily deployment of team members.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and customer-focused work environment.
• Provide leadership and operational direction in the absence of the Starbucks Manager.
• Reinforce performance expectations, policies, and operational standards.

Product Quality & Brand Standards

• Ensure beverages and food items are prepared according to Starbucks recipes and standards.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of products.
• Maintain compliance with all Starbucks operational procedures and company requirements.
• Support execution of seasonal promotions and marketing programs.

Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety regulations.
• Maintain proper cleaning schedules and sanitation practices.
• Complete required documentation, logs, and operational records accurately.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and Starbucks brand requirements.

Financial Performance

• Assist in achieving department sales, labor, and profitability goals.
• Monitor waste, inventory levels, and operational expenses.
• Support initiatives designed to increase sales and customer satisfaction.
• Analyze department performance and assist in developing action plans for improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous coffee shop, food service, retail, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer and cash-handling proficiency.
• Knowledge of Starbucks products, beverage preparation, and customer service standards preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced café environment.
• Ability to safely operate department equipment, including espresso machines, blenders, and ovens.
• Flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Customer Focus
• Team Development
• Communication
• Product Knowledge
• Food Safety Compliance
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Operational Excellence
• Results Orientation

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values - Click below to view video: ACI Values

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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