Starbucks Barista (T1930)

Target•Plainville, MA

5d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Starbucks Barista is part of Target’s Food & Beverage team, which works to ensure products are fresh, in stock, available, accurately priced, and properly presented. The role provides a consistent Starbucks experience by engaging with guests, preparing handcrafted beverages and food to recipe specifications, and maintaining quality, freshness, and food safety standards. Baristas support Food & Beverage operations and guest services throughout their shifts. They follow Target and Starbucks routines, maintain an inviting dining area, handle inventory and product rotation, complete cleaning and quality-control tasks, and help guests with questions or issues. The position calls for flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to work in an active, fast-paced setting, including environments with refrigeration, freezers, allergens, and changing temperatures. The starting hourly rate is $17.75, with a pay range of $17.75 to $26.65 per hour. Previous Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required. Training is provided. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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 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 if needed.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, 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 for 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 welcoming, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving 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 needs over tasks.
Maintain Food & Beverage standards and provide a fresh, abundant shopping experience during operating hours.
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, complete tasks efficiently, and maintain food safety.
Maintain an inviting Starbucks dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests to meet or exceed their expectations.
Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe-card specifications.
Follow food safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperatures of sensitive food items.
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 according to best practices and follow perishable inventory procedures to ensure accurate 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 following applicable compliance requirements, including adult beverage laws.
Perform other duties based on business needs.