Starbucks Barista (T2957)

Target•Chubbuck, ID

14d

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 Starbucks beverages and food according to recipe specifications, maintaining product quality and freshness, and following food safety and OSHA guidelines. Baristas also help keep products fresh, in stock, accurately priced, signed, and presented in accordance with Food & Beverage standards. The position combines guest service with food and beverage operations. Baristas assist guests, maintain the Starbucks dining area, complete replenishment and inventory routines, handle cleaning and food safety records, and support other guest services as needed. Work schedules may vary and can include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times. The role is physically active and may involve refrigeration or freezer conditions, varying temperatures, allergens, ladder use, and lifting or moving merchandise.

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 with a team.
Ability to resolve guest questions quickly.
Attention to detail and ability to follow multistep 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, including frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work 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 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.

Responsibilities

Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products or resolve issues, and thanking them after transactions.
Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Adjust to business and guest needs and prioritize guest service during all hours of operation.
Uphold Food & Beverage standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines.
Execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stocks routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve product.
Stay aware of current and upcoming Starbucks promotions.
Engage with guests and prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe cards and Starbucks standards.
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 ensure 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 them where possible.
Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while complying with applicable requirements, including adult beverage laws.
Perform other duties based on business needs.