Starbucks Barista (T1021)

Norfolk, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $15.50

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

employee discount

Tuition Reimbursement

wellness programs

Job Description

Target Corporation is a renowned Fortune 50 company and one of America's leading retailers, with a workforce exceeding 400,000 team members worldwide. Target has established itself as an iconic brand, dedicated to enriching the daily lives of families by providing quality products and exceptional shopping experiences. The company is deeply committed to its communities, actively investing in the places where employees and guests live, work, and enjoy leisure time. Target prides itself on fostering a culture centered around collaboration, talent development, and shared success, emphasizing growth and meaningful career opportunities for its team members. At its core, Target’s purpose guides every aspect of the organization, contributing to a work environment where caring, growth, and collective achievements flourish.

Within Target, the Food & Beverage team plays a vital role in ensuring that guests consistently enjoy a fresh, fully stocked, safe, and inviting shopping experience. The team is responsible for expert management of operations, processes, and efficiency concerning food and beverage offerings. This includes overseeing replenishment, inventory accuracy, food safety, product presentation, pricing, and promotional signage across all Food and Beverage departments in the store.

The Starbucks Barista position within Target offers a dynamic and engaging role designed to deliver the signature Starbucks experience to guests. Baristas act as ambassadors of guest service, crafting high-quality, hand-prepared beverages while ensuring food freshness and quality. This role demands adherence to state and federal food safety standards as well as OSHA regulations, guaranteeing a safe and compliant environment. No two days are the same in this role, which involves a combination of customer interaction, food and beverage preparation, inventory management, housekeeping, and promotional activity monitoring. The Barista must maintain an inviting dining atmosphere throughout the day and support various operational processes including Starbucks Drive Up digital order fulfillment.

Target values team members who thrive in a fast-paced, energetic setting and enjoy working collaboratively to create memorable guest experiences. As a Starbucks Barista, individuals receive ample training to develop skills in guest service fundamentals, food quality management, and operational best practices. Candidates who bring strong communication abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to stay focused amidst busy environments will find this role rewarding. The position requires some physical activity, such as climbing ladders, handling merchandise up to 44 pounds, and working in varying temperature conditions, reflecting Target’s commitment to a comprehensive service culture.

This role offers an initial hourly rate of $15.50 USD per hour, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking meaningful work in retail food service within a leading company. Target encourages applications from individuals eager to grow their careers and contribute to a team dedicated to delivering joy and quality every day.

Job Requirements

Accurately handle cash register operations as needed
climb up and down ladders
scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds
flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) reliable and prompt attendance necessary
ability to work in an environment that could range from 34F to -10F as needed
ability to work in spaces where common allergens may be handled or present
capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.
ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)

Job Qualifications

Previous Starbucks or food service experience preferred but not required
welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members
ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed
work both independently and with a team
resolve guest questions quickly on the spot
attention to detail and follow a multi-step processes
capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes

Job Duties

Deliver an exceptional guest experience, connecting with guests to deliver quality handcrafted beverages and food during all hours of operations, prioritizing the guest's needs over task
uphold and maintain the execution of the Food and Beverage Standards, all Starbucks brand standards and food safety standards
execute food and beverage processes, including food deliveries, replenishment, pulls, stocking, zoning, instocks routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, defect, signing and backstock
maintain an on-going awareness of all promotional activities within Starbucks
follow all Target and Starbucks routines to deliver a consistent Starbucks experience for guests while driving efficiency and maintaining food safety
support the Starbucks Drive Up process to ensure digital guest orders are fulfilled accurately and on time
maintain an inviting dining area for guests all day, every day
engage with guests to meet and exceed their expectations based on Starbucks standards
produce items to specifications on production cards and follow specific department routines
monitor and record temperature-sensitive food items as outlined in best practices
complete and record all cleaning tasks in the Starbucks space as outlined in best practices
follow proper packaging and labeling guidelines for food products
follow all food safety requirements as outlined through best practice
locate and identify damaged, recalled or expired items and process according to best practice
ensure accurate in-stocks by placing store-initiated orders according to best practices
follow proper perishable inventory procedures to ensure an accurate recording of inventory
execute sampling best practices
create a welcoming experience by authentically greeting all guests
observe to quickly understand whether a guest needs assistance or wants to interact
follow body language and verbal clues to tailor your approach
engage with guests in a genuine way, which includes asking questions to better understand their specific needs
be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience
thank the guest in a genuine way and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target
complete all required Starbucks trainings related to quality control
demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance
work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others
identify and correct hazards
comply with all safety policies and best practices
support guest services such as back-up cashier, order pick up (OPU) and Drive-up (DU) and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws
all other duties based on business needs