1186 Starbucks Department Manager

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your people management career? Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Starbucks Department Manager, where customer experience, product quality, and operational consistency come together.

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for team ‑ focused managers who are passionate about customer service, people development, and operational performance. As a Starbucks Department Manager, you will oversee daily department operations, support sales and financial goals, and ensure consistent execution of service, food safety, and Starbucks standards. This role offers a fast ‑ paced, customer ‑ focused environment where your work directly supports customer satisfaction and business performance.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well ‑ being starts with a welcoming and consistent café experience. Bring your interest in customer service, product quality, and team collaboration to a role where you help maintain standards, support your associates, and create a positive environment for both customers and employees.

Oversee daily Starbucks Department operations, ensuring strong customer service and operational consistency

Support hiring, training, coaching, and development of Starbucks associates

Maintain a customer ‑ first environment and respond to service needs and concerns appropriately

Coordinate daily activities and responsibilities to support smooth workflow and service levels

Maintain calm, consistent operations during high ‑ volume periods

Execute company and Starbucks programs, policies, and procedures

Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and product handling standards

Manage ordering, inventory levels, product rotation, and storage

Support department sales, budgeting, and expense management

Maintain accurate communication with vendors, store management teams, and community partners

Complete required reporting and administrative responsibilities

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

Strong customer ‑ service focus with a professional team presence

Effective communication, coaching, and collaboration skills

Strong organization, time management, and planning abilities

Ability to remain steady in fast ‑ paced, high ‑ volume environments

Café or food service operations and customer experience

Inventory management, ordering, and product rotation

Scheduling, task coordination, and team support

Food safety, sanitation, and compliance practices

Starbucks products, preparation standards, and service expectations

Food safety requirements and sanitation procedures

Store systems, ordering tools, and basic computer applications

Ability to review department performance, inventory, and operational trends

Ability to train, coach, and support associate development

Ability to organize and coordinate daily work activities

Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. and work extended periods in a retail environment

Travel requirements: None

Other requirements: Flexible availability including opening, closing, weekends, and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct

Competitive w ages paid weekly

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

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