Starbucks Barista

Chula Vista, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $20.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

employee discount

Training and Development

Job Description

Target is a leading retail corporation dedicated to providing a seamless shopping experience for customers while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. Known for its commitment to quality, value, and community engagement, Target operates numerous stores across the United States, delivering a wide variety of goods and services to meet the needs of millions of guests. With a culture rooted in core values such as diversity, respect, and innovation, Target offers career growth opportunities and promotes meaningful experiences that empower its team members to develop new skills and advance professionally.

The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a crucial role in maintaining the high standards associated with the brand. Specializing in the management and presentation of food products, this team ensures product freshness, inventory accuracy, and compliance with food safety regulations to deliver an exceptional customer experience. In partnership with Starbucks, Target integrates premium coffee service within their stores, inviting guests to enjoy freshly prepared beverages crafted by skilled Baristas.

This specific role is for a Starbucks Barista working within the Target environment, offering an hourly wage of $20.00 USD per hour. As a Starbucks Barista at Target, you will be responsible for creating an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by curating handcrafted Starbucks beverages and maintaining food quality and safety standards. Your role involves greeting customers warmly, supporting team members, managing inventory processes, and adhering to Starbucks and Target’s operational standards to ensure consistency and efficiency.

The position demands flexibility in work schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times. It offers the chance to acquire valuable skills aligned with the food service industry including food safety compliance, customer service excellence, digital order fulfillment, and detailed operational procedures such as replenishment, stock rotation, and cleanliness. This job is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.

Working at Target as a Starbucks Barista not only enables you to contribute to delivering an exceptional guest experience but also encourages personal growth through ongoing training and development programs. You will learn to operate technological equipment like handheld scanners and communication devices, handle cash register functions, and support various operational areas including the Starbucks Drive Up service.

Overall, the role of Starbucks Barista at Target provides a vibrant, collaborative work environment where employees can thrive while contributing to the overall success of the store’s Food & Beverage division. If you enjoy engaging with people, adapting to fast-moving environments, and are passionate about delivering quality service, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career at a respected retail leader.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Willingness to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays and peak times
Ability to lift or move product up to 44 pounds occasionally
Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer environments
Ability to remain mobile during scheduled shifts
Access all areas of building as needed
Comply with federal, state and local laws including adult beverage laws
Ability to accurately handle cash register
Ability to climb ladders when required
Comfortable working in varying temperatures and humidity conditions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
Commitment to ethical conduct and compliance with safety policies

Job Qualifications

Previous Starbucks or food service experience preferred but not required
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners
Ability to work independently and with a team
Strong problem-solving skills to resolve guest questions quickly
Attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes
Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adhere to food safety standards and operational procedures

Job Duties

Create an easy, inspiring and friendly guest experience by greeting, smiling, making eye contact, and initiating warm interactions
Help guests find what they need and resolve issues ensuring a smooth shopping experience
Execute food and beverage processes including deliveries, replenishment, instocks routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing and organizing product
Follow state and federal food safety and OSHA guidelines
Support the Starbucks Drive Up process to fulfill digital guest orders accurately and timely
Produce handcrafted beverages and food to specifications on recipe cards
Maintain and clean the Starbucks space as outlined in best practices
Support guest services such as back-up cashier, order pick up and Drive-up while ensuring compliance with beverage laws
Adjust to business and guest needs to maintain a positive and respectful attitude
Uphold and maintain execution of Food & Beverage standards
Engage with guests to meet and exceed Starbucks expectations
Complete required training and certifications
Work safely complying with all policies and training
Handle cash register operations as needed
Climb ladders, scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely
Complete all duties as required by business needs