Starbucks Barista (T1313)

Target•Troy, MI

23d

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-card specifications, maintaining product quality and freshness, and following food safety, OSHA, Target, and Starbucks standards. Baristas support food and beverage operations, including replenishment, inventory accuracy, cleaning, presentation, pricing, promotions, and digital order fulfillment. The role may also support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up.

Requirements

Previous Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required.
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 with 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 and interpret instructions, reports, and information.
Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
Ability to climb ladders when needed.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 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 to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements during 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.

Responsibilities

Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need, resolve issues, and thank them at the end of each transaction.
Support team efforts, assist peers in other areas, and adapt to business and guest needs while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Deliver a fresh and abundant shopping experience while prioritizing guest needs over tasks.
Uphold Food & Beverage Standards and execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stock routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve product.
Stay aware of current and future Starbucks promotions.
Follow Target and Starbucks routines to provide a consistent guest experience, complete tasks efficiently, and maintain food safety.
Support Starbucks Drive Up and ensure digital guest orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
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 complete and record required cleaning tasks.
Locate and process damaged, recalled, or expired items 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, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while complying with applicable laws and requirements.
Perform other duties based on business needs.