Starbucks Barista (T0985)

Target•Strongsville, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista works on Target’s Food & Beverage team to provide guests with a consistent Starbucks experience and an easy, inspiring, and friendly shopping experience. The role includes preparing handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining food quality and freshness, and following food safety, OSHA, and company procedures. Team members receive training to support the role and develop relevant skills.

Requirements

  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
  • Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology 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 multi-step 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, interpret instructions and information, and accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
  • Ability to climb ladders when needed.
  • Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times; report to scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
  • Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions where common allergens may be handled or present, and 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need or resolve issues, and end transactions with a sincere thank you.
  • Support team efforts, assist peers in other areas, and adapt to business and guest needs while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Prioritize guest needs and provide a fresh, abundant shopping experience throughout operating hours.
  • Uphold Food & Beverage Standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines.
  • Perform food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stocks routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve product.
  • Stay aware of current and future Starbucks promotions.
  • Maintain an inviting guest dining area and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
  • Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe specifications.
  • Follow food safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures of temperature-sensitive food items.
  • Complete and record cleaning tasks in the Starbucks space.
  • Identify damaged, recalled, or expired items and process them according to best practices.
  • Place store-initiated orders and follow perishable inventory procedures to support 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 such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while following applicable compliance requirements, including adult beverage laws.
  • Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits are available in financial, education, and well-being areas; eligibility varies by role.
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