Starbucks (Food Service) Team Leader - Weatherford, TX

Target • Weatherford, TX

8d • $21 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Team Leader leads a team responsible for delivering a consistent, guest-first food service experience. The role oversees food service operations, including workload planning, food safety, freshness, inventory accuracy, merchandising, pricing, promotions, and compliance with Starbucks and, where applicable, Pizza Hut brand standards. The team leader uses guest, financial, and team metrics to identify opportunities, improve execution, and deliver department and store results. The position also supports broader store operations and may occasionally assume store-level leadership-on-duty responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong interest in and knowledge of the food service business.
• Ability to lead and hold others accountable.
• Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage workload, and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members; effective communication skills.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues and interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Ability to climb ladders as needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving items up to 44 pounds without assistance.
• Flexible availability for varying hours and shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, closing shifts, and peak shopping times; reliable and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions and where common allergens may be present.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing duties such as Drive Up and carryout.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of scheduled shifts, which may vary in length.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience and ensure team members understand, train for, and consistently meet Target’s guest experience commitments.
• Observe team performance, provide feedback, recognize strong service, and hold team members accountable.
• Review guest, financial, and team outcome metrics; identify opportunities, take action, and align the team on execution and results.
• Understand sales goals and plan and execute daily and weekly workloads, including food service transitions, revisions, sales plans, sampling, promotions, and price changes.
• Assign daily tasks based on workload and guest traffic, aligned with business priorities set by the direct leader.
• Assess back-of-house, production, dining, and merchandising areas for food safety and proper inventory levels.
• Walk Food & Beverage standards and Food Service routines daily, review reporting, and follow up on business gaps.
• Follow food safety and cleaning requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures of temperature-sensitive food items.
• Validate team members’ progress against department checklists and routines.
• Uphold Starbucks and, where applicable, Pizza Hut brand standards and production specifications.
• Place store-initiated orders to maintain accurate in-stocks and follow perishable inventory management procedures.
• Make just-in-time production quantity decisions to support freshness, in-stocks, sales, and profitability.
• Stay up to date on relevant trends and products and educate team members.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding; establish goals and expectations at the direction of the direct leader, and hold team members accountable.
• Complete Food Safety Manager Certification and all applicable Starbucks and/or Pizza Hut training and certification requirements.
• Model ethical conduct, safety, compliance, inclusivity, and best practices; coach and develop the team and address skill gaps.
• Model physical security processes and support merchandise protection strategies, including ordering, storage, and application as directed.
• Follow safe and secure processes if serving as a key carrier.
• Occasionally assume store-level leadership-on-duty responsibilities during assigned shifts, based on store needs.
• Address store emergency and compliance needs.
• Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up, while following applicable laws and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and their dependents may receive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, among other health benefits.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Additional financial, education, and well-being benefits may be available to eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED