Starbucks Barista

Target • Inglewood, CA

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About The Position

The Starbucks Barista works on Target’s Food & Beverage team to provide guests with a consistent Starbucks experience. The role includes preparing handcrafted beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining food quality and freshness, and following food safety, OSHA, Target, and Starbucks standards. Baristas support an inviting and well-stocked shopping and dining experience while responding to guest needs and helping the team meet store priorities.

The work is active and physically demanding, with duties that may include operating cash registers and handheld technology, moving merchandise, accessing different areas of the building, and working in refrigerated or freezer conditions and other varying temperatures. Schedules may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. Target provides training for the role.

Requirements

• Have a welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Be able to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology as directed.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be able to resolve guest questions quickly.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to follow multi-step processes.
• Remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Be able to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Be able to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Be able to climb ladders if needed.
• Be able to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequent lifting or moving of products up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Be able 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.
• Be able to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions where common allergens may be present or handled.
• Be able to work in and be exposed to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain duties, including Drive Up and carryout.
• 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 warmly, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
• Engage with guests and prepare handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food according to recipe specifications and Starbucks standards.
• Deliver a fresh and abundant shopping experience, prioritizing guest needs over tasks.
• Maintain Food & Beverage standards and complete food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, inventory routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, and organizing and storing reserve product.
• Stay informed about current and upcoming Starbucks promotions.
• Follow Target and Starbucks routines while completing tasks efficiently and maintaining food safety.
• Maintain an inviting Starbucks dining area throughout the shift.
• Monitor and record temperatures for temperature-sensitive food items and complete and record required cleaning tasks.
• 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 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 when possible.
• Support guest services, including backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up, while following applicable compliance requirements.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits are available in financial, education, and well-being categories; eligibility details are provided through the listed benefits eligibility URL.

What This Job Offers

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