Starbucks Barista (T1370)

Target • Knoxville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista works on Target’s Food & Beverage team to deliver a consistent Starbucks experience and an easy, inspiring, and friendly experience for guests. The role includes preparing handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintaining product freshness and food safety, and keeping the Starbucks and dining areas clean, organized, and inviting. Baristas support store operations and guest services while working with team members to meet changing business and guest needs.

The position is active and physically demanding, requires attention to detail and the ability to follow multi-step processes, and involves working in varied temperatures and conditions, including refrigeration and freezer areas. Scheduling may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. Target provides training for the role. Previous Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required.

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 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 to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Ability to climb ladders as needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, 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 periods; arrive as scheduled, work 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 present or handled.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need, 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.
• Prioritize guest needs and help provide a fresh, abundant shopping experience throughout operating hours.
• Uphold Food & Beverage standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines efficiently and safely.
• Complete food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stock routines, inventory accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve product.
• Stay aware of current and upcoming Starbucks promotions.
• Maintain an inviting dining area and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
• Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe specifications.
• Monitor and record temperatures for temperature-sensitive food items and follow food safety requirements.
• Complete and record cleaning tasks in the Starbucks area.
• 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, 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 policies.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

What This Job Offers

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