Starbucks Barista

Target•West Covina, CA

17d

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. Baristas provide a welcoming, helpful experience; prepare handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food to recipe specifications; and help maintain food quality, freshness, inventory accuracy, and food safety. The role includes following Target and Starbucks routines, standards, training, and applicable safety and compliance requirements. Work may also include supporting guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up.

Requirements

Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology 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, 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, holidays, and peak shopping times; report for scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments where common allergens may be handled or present.
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

Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests warmly, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them after transactions.
Support team efforts, assist peers in other areas, and adapt to business and guest needs while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Prioritize guests and maintain a fresh, abundant shopping experience throughout operating hours.
Uphold Food & Beverage standards and 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.
Follow Target and Starbucks routines to provide a consistent guest experience, work efficiently, and maintain food safety.
Maintain an inviting Starbucks dining area throughout the shift.
Engage with guests and meet or exceed their expectations according to Starbucks standards.
Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe cards.
Monitor and record temperatures for temperature-sensitive food items and follow food safety requirements.
Complete and record Starbucks-space 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 support 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, and report or correct hazards when possible.
Support guest services, including backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up, while complying with applicable adult beverage laws.
Perform other duties based on business needs.