Starbucks Barista at Hy-Vee in Fairfield, W Burlington Ave., Fairfield, IA

Job description

• At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
• Job Title: Coffee Shop Barista
• Department: Coffee Shop
• FLSA: Hourly
• Revision Date: 07/2026
• As a Barista at Hy-Vee, you'll be the friendly face our customers look forward to seeing every morning. In this role, you'll craft beverages, keep the coffee shop stocked and spotless, and make sure every customer walks away with exactly what they came in for, and a smile to go with it.
• If you enjoy connecting with people, love a fast-paced environment, and take pride in doing things well, this could be a great fit for you.

Responsibilities

• No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:
• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers warmly, learning their names, and going the extra mile to make every visit a positive one
• Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone, and assist with finding products and answering questions
• Prepare and replenish coffee shop products as needed throughout your shift
• Monitor product freshness and appearance and follow or develop a production list to stay ahead of daily needs
• Handle food safely and keep the work area clean, neat, and up to department standards at all times
• Check in product, put product away, and review invoices as needed
• Run the department register and process payments where applicable
• Remove trash promptly and maintain a tidy department
• Work alongside your teammates to ensure a smooth, positive experience for every customer
• Maintain compliance with Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all company policies
• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed
• You'll receive direction and support from: Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home, Food Service Director, and Coffee Shop Department Manager

Requirements

• You don't need prior experience for this role! We'll happily train and support you as you grow. To be successful, you'll need to be able to:
• Follow written and verbal instructions with confidence
• Use basic math skills for simple addition, subtraction, counting, and recording
• Communicate clearly with customers and teammates in a friendly, helpful way
• Stay organized and keep up with the pace of a busy coffee shop environment
• Less than a high school diploma or equivalent accepted; up to six months of similar or related experience preferred
• Less than a high school diploma or equivalent experience accepted
• Up to six months of similar or related work experience preferred

Skills

Required

• Customer service
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Organization