Full-time: Starbucks Barista Shift Lead

Closing: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 5:00pm. 

Reports To: Manager, Starbucks

Mission: To create an environment that inspires a passion for student success.

Desired Result of the Position:

Exceptional hospitality service focused on delivering exceptional customer service to all members of the community.

A collaborative work culture initiated by Managers which empowers all staff to deliver excellent work.

An operation dedicated to coaching and mentoring staff.

Nature and Scope:

Reporting to the Manager, Starbucks, the Barista Lead (SBL) will actively support all aspects of the Starbucks operation.  The individual is accountable for upholding and demonstrating by example all operational standards to ensure safe and efficient daily operations.  The SBL will build effective relationships will all Management and staff.  They will help execute programs that build customer loyalty and consistently deliver exceptional customer service.  The SBL will maintain harmonious relationships and participate in a culture of communication, coaching, and mentorship.  They will lead by example and demonstrate to all staff how to meet or exceed the Students’ Association’s and Starbucks’ standards and commitment to quality.

Job Duties

Work collectively to create a positive work environment that produces the highest level of satisfaction among customers, staff, fellow employees, and clients.

Coach and lead employees by example, ensure all policies and standards are followed.

Provide direction, motivation, and leadership. Follow Starbucks deployment requirements to ensure successful FOH operations.

Complete and organize new partner training and fulfill Starbucks Barista certification requirements and continual LS Star training. Provide respectful and positive coaching.

Ensure staff are prepared and participate in all Starbucks promotions and seasonal launches.

Support execution of effective reward and incentive programs for staff. Always encourage employee excellence and the highest commitment to customer service.

Maintain a calm exterior presence during high volume or unusual events to keep the store operating to standard and set a positive example for the Starbucks team.

Ensure excellent beverage and food products for all customers by adhering to Starbucks recipe and presentation standards.

Maintain positive relationships with Starbucks Corporate personal along with all vendors, suppliers, and equipment technicians.

Ensure the Daily Records Book, Starbucks Food Safety Assessments, Coffeehouse Excellence Assessment and Green Apron Service standards are always met.

Constantly secure a sanitary and safe work environment.

Execute all aspects of daily front of house needs, equipment maintenance schedules, etc. completed to the highest quality standards and timely.

Execute Starbucks opening/closing duties as store key holder.

Safe and proper use of equipment, both set-up and takedown procedures.

Follow ‘FIFO’ rules for food and beverage products, assist with inventory ensuring sufficient stock levels, and maintain product par levels and daily pulls. Manage waste.

Balance tills, and deposits. Input data into team SharePoint Management platform.

Preform POS procedures including voids, discounts, knowledge of Starbucks card reader practices.

Supply feedback on guest comments in a timely fashion. Communicates information to Starbucks Management so the team can respond as necessary to create a successful store environment during each shift for both partners and customers.

Understand and act on instructions and request clarification when needed.

Adhere to all provincial requirements and standards regarding Workplace Health & Safety and Workplace Hazardous Material Information Systems.

Familiar with all the first aid stations, supplies, and equipment. Report any injury or accident as well as close calls to Starbucks Management immediately.

All other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Communication

Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Teamwork

Time Management

Decision Making and Judgement

Planning and Organizing

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Starbucks or Café experience is an asset.

Experience training, coaching, and mentoring staff.

Strong work knowledge of hospitality industry principles, methods, practices, and techniques.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

The ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work effectively with all employees.

Ability to preform sustained physical activity for extended periods.

Willing to work non-traditional shifts.

Ability and willingness to participate in staff retention/motivation initiatives.

Ability to manage a fast-paced environment with many disruptions.

Work Conditions

Work in a hospitality service setting, with exposure to extreme temperatures and equipment noise.

Constant standing, walking with occasional stooping or kneeling.

Ability to lift or carry up to 40 lbs.

Capacity to push or pull, along with ascending or descending on ladders.

Manual dexterity required to use POS register, tablet, oven, brewer, espresso machines,, and other equipment.

Frequent continual intermittent flexing or rotation of the wrist(s) and spine.

Constant reaching, turning, and preforming precision work around service bar area.

Constant receiving detailed information through oral communication.

Constant talking expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.

Occasional distinguishing, with a degree or accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality of flavours and/or odors.

Certifications

First Aid Certificate

OWHSA

WHMIS

Food Handler’s Certificate

Starbucks Barista Trainer

Compensation

This position is part of CUPE Local 5144 – pay Level 4 ($31.42 to $34.81).

The successful candidate will work a 35-hour work week (7 hours paid and 30 minutes unpaid, 5 days per week) with day, evening, and weekend shifts as the operation demands.

The Algonquin Students’ Association offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees. This includes participation in a pension plan, extended health and dental coverage, vision care, and other supportive benefits that promote well-being. Employees also enjoy complimentary access to our on-campus fitness facilities, along with additional perks that foster a healthy, engaged, and active workplace culture.