Starbucks Barista (T2312)

Target • Springfield, PA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista works on Target’s Food & Beverage team to provide guests with a consistent Starbucks experience and a fresh, abundant shopping experience. The role includes preparing handcrafted beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining Starbucks food quality and freshness, and following food-safety, OSHA, and Target and Starbucks procedures. Baristas also maintain the Starbucks dining area and support guest-service needs across the store.

Requirements

• A 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 and on the spot.
• 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 if needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, frequently lifting or moving 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 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 varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements, including while performing Drive Up and carryout duties.
• 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

• Create a friendly, helpful guest experience by greeting guests, assisting them, resolving issues, and thanking them.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adjust to business and guest needs, prioritizing guests while providing a fresh and abundant shopping experience.
• Uphold Food & Beverage standards and execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, inventory routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve product.
• Stay aware of current and upcoming Starbucks promotions and follow Target and Starbucks routines.
• 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.
• Follow food-safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures for 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 Starbucks product quality-control training and certifications.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct and comply with safety policies, training, and best practices; report hazards and correct them where possible.
• Support guest services such as backup cashiering, Order Pickup, and Drive Up while maintaining applicable compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Target describes competitive benefits related to financial well-being, education, and overall well-being; eligibility details are provided through the linked benefits resources.

What This Job Offers

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