Starbucks Barista (T2779)

Target•Portland, OR

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista provides a consistent Starbucks experience for guests by preparing handcrafted beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining food quality and freshness, and delivering friendly, helpful service. The role is part of Target’s Food & Beverage team, which supports fresh, available, accurately priced products and efficient store operations. Baristas maintain Food & Beverage and Starbucks standards, follow food safety and OSHA guidance, and complete operational routines such as replenishment, inventory accuracy, cleaning, product rotation, signing, and storage. They may also support guest services in other areas, including backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive-up. The role involves an active, fast-paced work environment and a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods.

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 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 and interpret instructions, reports, and information.
Ability to handle cash register operations accurately as needed.
Ability to climb ladders as needed.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, including frequent lifting or moving of items up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of items up to 44 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts; report as scheduled and take required meal and rest breaks.
Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions and around common allergens.
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 Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them after transactions.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adjust to business and guest needs and prioritize guests while maintaining a fresh and abundant shopping experience.
Uphold Food & Beverage standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines efficiently and safely.
Complete food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stock routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve products.
Stay aware of current and future Starbucks promotions.
Maintain an inviting guest dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe-card specifications.
Monitor and record temperatures for temperature-sensitive food items and follow food safety requirements.
Complete and record cleaning tasks in the Starbucks area.
Identify damaged, recalled, or expired products 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 product quality-control training and certifications.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, report hazards, and correct them 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.