Starbucks Barista

Target•Petaluma, CA

8d•Onsite

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 to recipe-card specifications, maintaining product freshness and availability, and following food safety, quality, and operational standards. Baristas support food and beverage operations through replenishment, inventory routines, cleaning, signing, organization, promotion awareness, and accurate handling of perishable items. They also maintain an inviting dining area, engage with guests, support other team members, and may assist with backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up. The work is active and fast-paced, with schedules that may vary and may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.

Requirements

Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and fellow 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 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 and interpret instructions, reports, and information.
Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
Ability to climb ladders if needed.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, including frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and 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 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

Greet guests warmly, help them find what they need or resolve issues, and thank them at the end of transactions.
Deliver a fresh, abundant, and exceptional guest experience while prioritizing guests’ needs over task completion.
Support team efforts, assist peers in other areas, and adjust to business and guest needs.
Uphold Food & Beverage standards and follow Target and Starbucks routines efficiently and safely.
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 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.
Follow food-safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures for sensitive food items.
Complete and record cleaning tasks in the Starbucks space.
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 training and certifications related to Starbucks product quality control.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, and report or correct hazards where possible.
Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while following applicable compliance requirements.
Perform other duties based on business needs.