Barista Jobs in Tacoma, VA

About The Position

Requirements

• Have a welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Resolve guest questions quickly.
• Pay attention to detail and follow multistep processes.
• Remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Climb ladders as needed.
• Scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently; frequently lift or move items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move items up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times; report for scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
• Work in refrigeration and freezer conditions, where common allergens may be present or handled.
• Work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other environmental conditions, including while performing Drive Up and carryout duties.
• 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 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, prioritizing guests and providing a fresh, abundant shopping experience.
• Uphold Food & Beverage standards and execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, inventory routines, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, and organizing and storing reserve product.
• Stay aware of current and future 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 Starbucks standards.
• Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe cards.
• Monitor and record temperature-sensitive food items and complete required food-safety practices.
• 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.

Benefits

• Target directs applicants to its careers benefits page for information about financial, education, and well-being benefits and provides a separate benefits-eligibility link for this role.