Starbucks Barista (T2557)

Target•Blue Ash, OH

23d•$17 - $25

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 beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining product freshness and availability, and following food safety, quality, and operational standards. Baristas also support Starbucks Drive Up and other guest services, maintain the dining area, and work flexibly to meet guest and business needs.

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.
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 handle cash register operations as needed.
Ability to climb ladders if needed.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, including frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 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 environments where common allergens may be handled or present.
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

Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need or resolve issues, and thank them at the end of each transaction.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adapt to business and guest needs, prioritizing guests while maintaining a fresh and abundant shopping experience.
Uphold Food & Beverage standards and execute processes for deliveries, replenishment, inventory accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organization, and storage.
Stay aware of current and future Starbucks promotions.
Follow Target and Starbucks routines while completing tasks efficiently and maintaining food safety.
Support Starbucks Drive Up by accurately fulfilling digital guest orders on time.
Maintain an inviting guest dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
Prepare handcrafted beverages and food to recipe-card specifications.
Monitor and record temperature-sensitive food items and complete and record cleaning tasks 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, training, and best practices, and report or correct hazards 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.