Starbucks Barista

Target • San Dimas, CA

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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, accurately priced, and properly presented. The role prepares handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food to recipe specifications, maintains Starbucks food safety and quality standards, and helps provide a friendly, efficient experience for guests. Baristas also support broader store needs, which may include 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 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 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 and efficiently, 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 peak shopping times; report to scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
• Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions, 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 a friendly, helpful, and inspiring guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products or resolve issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
• Engage with guests and prepare handcrafted Starbucks beverages and food according to recipe specifications and Starbucks standards.
• Maintain a fresh, abundant shopping experience and uphold Food & Beverage standards throughout store operating hours.
• Complete 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 while completing tasks efficiently and maintaining food safety.
• Maintain an inviting Starbucks dining area throughout the shift.
• 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 maintain accurate in-stocks and inventory records.
• Execute sampling best practices and complete required 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 such as backup cashiering, Order Pickup, and Drive Up, while following applicable compliance requirements.
• Support team efforts, assist peers in other areas, adapt to business and guest needs, and perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits are available in financial, education, and well-being categories; eligibility details are provided through the linked benefits information.

What This Job Offers

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