Starbucks Barista

K-VA-T Food Stores•Johnson City, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Create the Starbucks experience for Food City shoppers by providing prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable environment. The role supports Food City’s mission to “Run the Best Store in Town!” through courteous customer service, consistent beverage and food preparation, and adherence to company and Starbucks standards. Baristas attend on-site work during scheduled shifts and follow company time and attendance policies.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions.
Ability to perform routine and repetitive tasks and interact daily with individuals at various levels.
Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts in accordance with company time and attendance policies.
Learn to mix a wide variety of coffee and tea products and learn their ingredients.
Work with Starbucks ingredients, including coffees, teas, spices, nuts, flavorings, sauces, and oils.

Nice To Haves

Food service or coffee experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide efficient and courteous customer service in support of the company mission.
Take customer orders, complete them in a timely manner, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Prepare, bag, pour, and stock Starbucks products; rotate items to maintain product quality and safety.
Maintain a positive and friendly attitude toward customers and fellow associates.
Engage with customers by providing product information, using suggestive selling techniques, and offering product samples.
Process cash-register transactions using the POS system.
Prepare quality beverages, whole-bean coffee, and food products consistently according to recipe and presentation standards.
Represent the culture, values, and mission of Food City and Starbucks with integrity, honesty, and knowledge.
Operate tools and equipment while following routine and safety procedures.
Follow the company food-safety program and food-handling procedures.
Attend on-site work during scheduled shifts in accordance with company time and attendance policies.