Starbucks Barista (T1076)

Target•Alexandria, VA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista is part of Target’s Food & Beverage team and helps provide guests with a consistent Starbucks experience. The role involves creating a friendly, helpful guest experience; preparing handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food according to recipe specifications; maintaining food quality, freshness, presentation, and safety; and supporting store operations and guest services. Baristas follow Target and Starbucks routines, food safety requirements, and applicable safety and compliance practices. The role may also include supporting cashiering, order pickup, and Drive-Up services as business needs require.

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 accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
Ability to climb ladders if needed.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, frequently lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include 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 present.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements, including while performing Drive-Up and carryout duties.
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 thank them at the end of transactions.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adapt to business and guest needs and prioritize guests while maintaining a fresh, abundant shopping experience.
Uphold Food & Beverage Standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines.
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 upcoming Starbucks promotions.
Maintain an inviting dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
Prepare handcrafted beverages and food to recipe-card specifications.
Follow food safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures of temperature-sensitive food items.
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, including backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive-Up, while following applicable compliance requirements.
Perform other duties based on business needs.