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Barista III


Job Location:

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 16 - 20
Posted: 27 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Barista III
Posting Numberreq26399
DepartmentArizona Student Unions
Department Website LinkStudent Unions
LocationTucson Campus
AddressTucson AZ USA
Position HighlightsThis position contributes to the success of Starbucks and the University of Arizona by leading daily store operations and ensuring the delivery of legendary customer service. The Shift Lead supports the Starbucks Experience by providing prompt high-quality beverages and food products while maintaining a clean organized and welcoming environment within the Student addition to performing all barista functions the Shift Lead oversees staff during assigned shifts monitors inventory and product quality and ensures compliance with operational standards. This position exercises sound judgment initiative and creativity in solving day-to-day challenges guiding team members and supporting training and performance expectations. Join us in fostering a collaborative student-focused atmosphere that promotes excellence safety and service aligned with Starbucks guiding principles and University values.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Leads daily store operations to ensure efficient workflow and adequate staffing and delegation of duties.
  • Leads and facilitates the training of new baristas to ensure compliance with franchise standards.
  • Serves as a subject matter expert in beverage preparation customer service point of sale and operational procedures.
  • Monitors the progress of barista training.
  • Escalates employee performance or concerns to supervisors as appropriate.
  • Maintains product inventory levels conducts weekly counts and coordinates storeroom orders to maintain appropriate stock.
  • Receives verifies and stores incoming deliveries; rotates stock and ensures proper labeling and freshness.
  • Monitors food and beverage quality throughout the day maintaining compliance with safety temperature and sanitation standards.
  • Identifies inventory discrepancies waste or shortages and recommends solutions to improve accuracy and reduce loss.
  • Opens and closes registers retrieves and verifies banks and ensures accurate daily deposits and reports.
  • Rings up orders accurately accepts payments and maintains accountability for financial transactions.
  • Greets and serves customers in a friendly efficient and professional manner modeling Starbucks customer service standards.
  • Assists team members in resolving customer concerns or special requests promptly and courteously.
  • Promotes the franchise experience by maintaining cleanliness comfort and organization across service areas.
  • Provides input on operational improvements and assists management in implementing new policies or initiatives.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of Food Pro and forecasting service needs and modify delivery information.
  • Knowledge of and actively supports labor cost and food cost budgets.
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills.
  • Knowledge of commercial and/or institutional food service equipment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to multi-task is essential.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to occasionally transport/move up to 50 lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required.
  • Availability to work flexible hours that may include early mornings evenings weekends nights and/or holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Supervisory experience in a restaurant or retail.
FLSANon-Exempt
Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week40
Job FTE1.0
Work CalendarFiscal
Job CategoryCulinary
Benefits EligibleYes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay$16.50 - $20.63
Compensation Typehourly rate
Grade3
Compensation GuidanceThe Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizonas good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training key skills and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and LevelOC3
Job FamilyDining
Job FunctionCulinary
Type of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Open Date6/30/2026
Open Until FilledYes
Documents Needed to ApplyResume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act) each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the Universitys disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies procedures and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems policies and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at