Assistant Starbucks Manager

Details Open Date 08/13/2026 Requisition Number PRN45911B Job Title Supervisor, Food Services Working Title Assistant Starbucks Manager Career Progression Track C Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day 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 $20.00-$23.00/h DOE Close Date 11/13/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary The University of Utah Campus Store is seeking an Assistant Starbucks Manager who supports the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of two Starbucks franchise locations at the University of Utah, including the University Campus Store and Marriott Library sites. This role is responsible for helping drive operational excellence, delivering a high-quality customer experience, and ensuring consistency in Starbucks standards across both locations. Working as part of a leadership team, the Assistant Manager contributes to staffing, training, inventory management, and financial performance while fostering a positive, team-oriented work environment. The position plays a key role in supervising staff, supporting business objectives, and ensuring compliance with university policies as well as health, safety, and food service regulations. This role requires the ability to effectively balance priorities across multiple locations in a fast-paced campus environment. Employees at the University of Utah Campus Store enjoy a wide range of benefits that support both personal and professional well-being. These include: Employee discounts on Campus Store merchandise Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the store Flexible scheduling opportunities. The Campus Store is consistently ranked among the top 15 institutionally run stores in the nation and proudly serves over 40,000 students, faculty and staff, along with millions of visitors each year. Learn more about our mission and values here Responsibilities Support the Store Manager in the daily operations of two campus Starbucks locations, ensuring consistent execution of brand and service standards. Supervise, coach, and develop baristas and shift supervisors; assist with hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training to build a strong, engaged team. Provide leadership coverage across both locations as needed, ensuring continuity of operations and effective communication between teams. Monitor and analyze sales, labor, and operational reports; identify trends and assist in implementing strategies to improve performance. Assist in developing and managing staff schedules across both locations to ensure appropriate coverage during peak and non-peak hours. Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and tracking products to minimize waste and maintain in-stock conditions. Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns, resolving complaints, and modeling service excellence. Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and university policies, ensuring both locations meet all regulatory and operational standards. Support visual merchandising, store organization, and overall cleanliness to create a welcoming and efficient environment. Act as Manager-on-Duty when assigned, making operational decisions and responding to issues in real time. Foster a collaborative team culture aligned with university values and Starbucks service principles This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Minimum Qualifications Five years of experience in a related field, with two of those years working as a supervisor, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); knowledge of related trade or department specific equipment, systems and procedures. Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills are also required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Demonstrated leadership experience in a retail, food service, or coffee environment, preferably in a high-volume setting. Strong ability to lead, coach, and develop teams, including experience training and mentoring staff. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively handle concerns and build positive relationships. Experience supporting operations across multiple locations or teams is preferred. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing competing priorities. Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. Experience with inventory management, ordering processes, and cost control practices. Basic understanding of financial reporting, including sales, labor, and expense management. Proficiency with point-of-sale ( POS ) systems and standard computer applications. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and health regulations. Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and peak academic periods. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. 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. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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. 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