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**Open Date** 07/18/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN42579B

**Job Title** Food Service Worker

**Working Title** Starbucks Barista

**Job Grade** A

**FLSA Code** Nonexempt

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** 40

**Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time

**Shift** Variable

Work Schedule Summary

40 hours per week, some late nights and holidays. Store hours; Campus Store Main Starbucks M-F 730a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Marriott Library Starbucks M-F 7a-9p, Sa- Sun 10a-5p

**VP Area** President

**Department** 00435 - University Campus Store

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** $19.00 - $20.74/h DOE

**Close Date** 10/18/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

We are seeking dynamic, customer-focused individuals to join our team as full-time a Starbucks Barista (LS Operator) at the University of Utah Campus Store Starbucks or the J. Willard Marriott Library Starbucks.

The Starbucks Barista (LS Operator) is a full-time, customer-focused team member responsible for delivering legendary Starbucks service and high-quality beverages and food in a fast-paced university environment. This position supports operations at both the Campus Store and Marriott Library Starbucks locations, ensuring compliance with both Starbucks and University of Utah standards.

As a Barista in this role, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that brings the Starbucks experience to life at the University of Utah. You’ll serve handcrafted beverages and food while delivering unmatched customer service, a core value of the University Campus Store. This position also functions as a Shift Lead, balancing leadership responsibilities with hands-on tasks to ensure smooth daily operations and exceptional customer experience.

But this role is more than just coffee. It’s about empowering student success, supporting faculty and staff, and fostering pride and tradition in every interaction. If you’re passionate about service and community, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Staff who work for the Campus Store enjoy a variety of benefits, including an employee discount at both Starbucks and within the Campus Store, a set work schedule to provide consistency and predictability, and opportunities for growth and advancement within both the Campus Store and the Campus Store Starbucks locations.

The University of Utah is the state’s public flagship institution and a top-tier research university. The University Campus Store is consistently ranked among the top 15 institutionally run campus stores in the nation. We proudly serve over 40,000 students, faculty, and staff, along with millions of visitors each year as the Official Retailer of the University of Utah.

At the Campus Store, Everything Goes Back to U—our mission is to support the University community through every latte, textbook, and piece of Utah gear we provide. We are guided by our core values:

* Empower Student Success

* Support Faculty and Staff

* Foster Pride and Tradition

* Deliver Unmatched Customer Service

We are also committed to the six core principles outlined by President Taylor Randall and the Board of Trustees: leadership, education, research, service, patient care, and unity with sister institutions. These commitments shape our daily operations and interactions with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Join us in creating a welcoming, service-driven environment where Your Pride is Our Purpose, and help us make a lasting impact at the University of Utah.

Responsibilities

* Support baristas by removing obstacles and ensuring they have what they need to succeed.

* Lead daily operations through the phases of Prepare, Lead, and Transition.

* Make customer-focused decisions, including reviewing shift coverage and adjusting as needed.

* Assist with scheduling and planning based on sales trends and staffing needs.

* Oversee store organization, inventory ordering and receiving, and analyze sales data.

* Craft and serve Starbucks beverages and food items to brand standards.

* Provide legendary customer service with warmth, efficiency, and professionalism.

* Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment.

* Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures.

* Operate POS systems and handle transactions accurately.

* Support opening and closing duties at both locations.

* Collaborate with team members to uphold the values and mission of the Campus Store.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Food Handler’s Permit within one month of employment; must be able to read, write, and follow verbal instructions in English; and a commitment to providing excellence in service required. Six months food handlers’ experience is preferred.

Preferences

* Previous food service or retail experience preferred.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

* Must be dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.

**Type** Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.