Job Description

Administrative Assistant, Retail Operations (Remote - Vancouver/Toronto)

Now Brewing - Administrative Assistants! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. Our mission, to inspire and nurture the human spirit, one person, one cup, one neighborhood at a time has never been more relevant and important.



As a administrative assistant, this job contributes to Starbucks success by being trusted collaborators and thought partners to regional directors, providing strategic calendaring, communication, recognition, and administrative duties in support of market priorities. This role supports 2 regional directors in the PST time zone.


As a administrative assistant, you will:


Complete administrative projects including coordinating or tracking budgets, invoice coding, tracking travel expenses, updating databases, generating reports and identifying variances. Compose and type general correspondence including memos and e-mails. Prepares charts, tables, graphs and other presentation material. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar and layout, and makes appropriate edits. Support the process of onboarding district managers including obtaining necessary computer equipment Organize and maintain virtual filing system(s). Responds to phone calls and written requests for information. Research issues and gathers information. May index records and information. Provide advanced administrative support and project coordination to multiple partners within a business unit or department. Identifies and implements processes to improve work flow, organization and communication. Serves as a primary point of contact to distribute material and communicate standard operating procedures. Responds to requests for information. Schedule and coordinates complex meetings, training, seminars, activities and business travel for departmental partners. May take and publish meeting minutes. Effectively build relationship with operational and business development leaders as well as other support partners including licensees to support market and leadership priorities

We'd love to hear from people with:


General office administration

3-5 years admin experience

Experience with multi-unit/multi-leader administrative support

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and Microsoft Teams

Advanced knowledge of office procedures and general office equipment

Ability to build trust based and collaborative relationships with cross functional partners

Ability to make recommendations on changes in approach, concepts, and the design of solutions as a member of a team

Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, changing environment

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information


From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our Future Savings plan and Bean Stock. What's more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.ca for details.


If you live in

the greater Toronto area

, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

At Starbucks, one of our values is to create a culture of warmth and belonging, where we treat each other with dignity and care in a diverse and welcoming workplace. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving our customers from diverse communities.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or language and any other factor protected by applicable law.

Self-declaration as a member of an employment equity group will not be used to make employment decisions, nor will it impact any aspect of employment with Starbucks. Through voluntary participation, candidates consent to Starbucks' collection and use of self-declaration information for the statistical purposes of analyzing and monitoring hiring practices.


Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.