Starbucks Barista (T0338)

Target • Lynnwood, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista works as part of Target’s Food & Beverage team to provide guests with a consistent Starbucks experience and an easy, inspiring, and friendly shopping experience. The role involves preparing handcrafted beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining food quality and freshness, and following food safety requirements and Target and Starbucks routines. Baristas also support food and beverage operations, inventory accuracy, presentation, replenishment, cleaning, and promotion execution.

The position is fast-moving, active, and physically demanding, requiring teamwork, flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to adjust to guest and business needs. Team members may also support backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up. Work schedules may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.

Requirements

• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• 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.
• Ability to resolve guest questions quickly.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow multistep processes.
• Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Ability to 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, frequently lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping times; report for scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
• Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions and in areas where common allergens may be handled or present.
• Ability to work in or be exposed to 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 Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs, prioritizing guests over tasks and providing a fresh, abundant shopping experience.
• Uphold Food & Beverage Standards and execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stock routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organization, and reserve product storage.
• Stay aware of current and upcoming Starbucks promotions.
• Follow Target and Starbucks routines to provide consistent service, complete tasks efficiently, and maintain food safety.
• Maintain an inviting Starbucks dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
• Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe cards.
• Monitor and record temperatures of temperature-sensitive food items and follow food safety requirements.
• Complete and record Starbucks-area cleaning tasks.
• Identify damaged, recalled, or expired items and process them according to best practices.
• Place store-initiated orders and follow perishable inventory procedures to maintain accurate in-stocks and inventory records.
• Execute sampling best practices and complete required training and certifications related to Starbucks product quality control.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
• Support guest services, including backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up, while complying with applicable adult beverage laws and other requirements.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits are available in financial, education, and well-being areas; eligibility details are provided through the links in the job posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed