Starbucks Barista (T2907)

Target • Dallas, TX

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista is part of Target’s Food & Beverage team, which supports a consistent guest experience by keeping products fresh, in stock, available, accurately priced, and properly presented. The role provides a consistent Starbucks experience through handcrafted food and beverages, food quality and freshness management, and compliance with food safety requirements.

Baristas create an easy, inspiring, and friendly experience for guests while completing Starbucks and Target operational routines. Work includes preparing products to recipe specifications, maintaining the Starbucks area and dining space, managing food inventory and replenishment, following food safety and cleaning practices, and assisting with guest services. The position is fast-moving and physically active, requires flexibility to meet changing business needs, and may involve working in refrigerated or freezer conditions and variable outdoor or other environmental conditions.

Target provides training for the role. Previous Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no application deadline.

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 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 when needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently; frequently lift or move products up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times; report as scheduled, work scheduled shifts, and take required meal and rest breaks.
• Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions where common allergens may be present or handled.
• Ability to work in and be exposed to 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, resolve issues, and end transactions with a sincere thank you.
• Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adapt to business and guest needs to provide an easy and inspiring guest experience.
• Provide a fresh and abundant shopping experience during all operating hours, prioritizing guest needs over tasks.
• Uphold Food & Beverage standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines.
• Carry out food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, inventory routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organization, and reserve-product storage.
• Stay aware of current and future Starbucks promotions.
• 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 product specifications.
• Monitor and record temperatures of temperature-sensitive food items and follow food safety requirements.
• Complete and record cleaning tasks in the Starbucks space.
• Identify damaged, recalled, or expired products 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, report hazards, and 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.

What This Job Offers

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