Starbucks Barista (T2487)

Target•Westerville, OH

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista helps deliver a consistent Starbucks experience for Target guests by preparing handcrafted beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining food quality and freshness, and following food safety and operational standards. The role supports an inviting, clean dining area and a fresh, well-stocked Food & Beverage experience throughout store operations. Baristas create friendly, helpful guest interactions, respond to questions and issues, and work with teammates to meet changing business and guest needs. They perform food and beverage routines—including receiving deliveries, replenishing and rotating inventory, maintaining accurate in-stocks, cleaning and signing, monitoring food temperatures, processing damaged or expired products, and following sampling and quality-control procedures. They also complete required training and certifications, follow safety and compliance practices, and may support cashiering, order pickup, and Drive-up services. This is an active, physically demanding role requiring mobility during scheduled shifts and the ability to work in varied environments, including refrigeration and freezer conditions. Schedules may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. The starting hourly rate is $16.00, with a stated pay range of $16.00–$24.00 per hour.

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 and on the spot.
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, interpret instructions and reports, 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, report for scheduled shifts, and take required meal and rest breaks.
Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions and in environments where common allergens may be present or handled.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements during certain duties, including Drive-up and carryout.
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of scheduled shifts; shift length may vary.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Create a friendly, helpful guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adapt to business and guest needs, prioritizing guests and maintaining a fresh, abundant shopping experience during all operating hours.
Uphold Food & Beverage standards and execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stock routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and reserve storage.
Stay aware of current and upcoming Starbucks promotions and follow Target and Starbucks routines efficiently and safely.
Maintain an inviting dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe cards and specifications.
Follow food safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures for temperature-sensitive items.
Complete and record cleaning tasks in the Starbucks space according to best practices.
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 Starbucks product quality-control training and certifications.
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.
Perform other duties based on business needs.