Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $27.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Training and Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Target is a well-established retail company known for its commitment to offering a unique shopping experience while helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. As one of the leading big-box retailers in the United States, Target has built a reputation based on its values and inclusive culture, which it actively promotes and embodies throughout its operations. It offers a diverse range of products from clothing and electronics to groceries and household essentials, creating a one-stop shopping destination for millions of guests nationwide. The company consistently focuses on innovation, quality service, and community engagement, making it a sought-after employer for those seeking to grow professionally within a customer-oriented environment.
The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a crucial role in ensuring that guests enjoy fresh, well-stocked, and accurately priced products in the store’s food offerings. This team is responsible for operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, food safety, and presentation standards. They maintain food quality, manage promotions, and execute various processes that enhance the overall shopping experience for guests. Working on this team means being an expert in food service operations and executing daily tasks with precision, all while prioritizing guest satisfaction.
The Starbucks Barista role at Target’s Food & Beverage department is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy fast-paced work environments and engaging with guests. This position involves delivering a consistent Starbucks experience by curating handcrafted food and beverages, ensuring product freshness, and adhering to food safety regulations. Each day offers variety and challenges, from replenishing stock, maintaining cleanliness, managing inventory routines, to fulfilling digital orders efficiently through the Starbucks Drive-Up service. Baristas also play a vital role in supporting a welcoming atmosphere for guests, engaging with them to exceed expectations, and ensuring compliance with all food and safety policies. This role not only enhances customer experience but also provides valuable skills and certifications that can benefit a long-term career.
Target offers flexible scheduling options for this position, including the need to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times, accommodating diverse availability. The pay rate starts at $18.00 USD per hour, with a competitive range up to $27.00 USD per hour. The company emphasizes training and development to support team members’ growth, regardless of prior experience. Previous Starbucks or food service knowledge is preferred but not required, as thorough training is provided. Team members in this role are expected to demonstrate ethical conduct, safety compliance, and teamwork skills to thrive in a dynamic environment. The working conditions may include exposure to various temperatures, physical activity like lifting merchandise weighing up to 44 pounds, and operating technology equipment such as handheld scanners.
Overall, a Starbucks Barista at Target is a vital part of the Food & Beverage team dedicated to bringing excitement and quality to every guest’s visit. This role is ideal for those who value interaction with others, enjoy problem-solving, have attention to detail, and want to be part of a supportive team culture while gaining practical experience in food services and retail operations.
The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a crucial role in ensuring that guests enjoy fresh, well-stocked, and accurately priced products in the store’s food offerings. This team is responsible for operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, food safety, and presentation standards. They maintain food quality, manage promotions, and execute various processes that enhance the overall shopping experience for guests. Working on this team means being an expert in food service operations and executing daily tasks with precision, all while prioritizing guest satisfaction.
The Starbucks Barista role at Target’s Food & Beverage department is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy fast-paced work environments and engaging with guests. This position involves delivering a consistent Starbucks experience by curating handcrafted food and beverages, ensuring product freshness, and adhering to food safety regulations. Each day offers variety and challenges, from replenishing stock, maintaining cleanliness, managing inventory routines, to fulfilling digital orders efficiently through the Starbucks Drive-Up service. Baristas also play a vital role in supporting a welcoming atmosphere for guests, engaging with them to exceed expectations, and ensuring compliance with all food and safety policies. This role not only enhances customer experience but also provides valuable skills and certifications that can benefit a long-term career.
Target offers flexible scheduling options for this position, including the need to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times, accommodating diverse availability. The pay rate starts at $18.00 USD per hour, with a competitive range up to $27.00 USD per hour. The company emphasizes training and development to support team members’ growth, regardless of prior experience. Previous Starbucks or food service knowledge is preferred but not required, as thorough training is provided. Team members in this role are expected to demonstrate ethical conduct, safety compliance, and teamwork skills to thrive in a dynamic environment. The working conditions may include exposure to various temperatures, physical activity like lifting merchandise weighing up to 44 pounds, and operating technology equipment such as handheld scanners.
Overall, a Starbucks Barista at Target is a vital part of the Food & Beverage team dedicated to bringing excitement and quality to every guest’s visit. This role is ideal for those who value interaction with others, enjoy problem-solving, have attention to detail, and want to be part of a supportive team culture while gaining practical experience in food services and retail operations.
Job Requirements
- Accurately handle cash register operations as needed
- Ability to climb ladders
- Ability to scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds
- Flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays with reliable and prompt attendance
- Ability to work in environments ranging from 34F to -10F
- Ability to work in spaces where common allergens may be handled or present
- Capable of working in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements including Drive-Up and carryout duties
- Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift
Job Qualifications
- Previous Starbucks or food service experience preferred but not required
- Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
- Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed
- Ability to work both independently and with a team
- Ability to resolve guest questions quickly
- Attention to detail and follow 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 by providing a fresh and abundant shopping experience during all hours of operations, prioritizing the guest's needs over task
- Uphold and maintain the execution of the Food & Beverage Standards
- Execute food and beverage processes including food deliveries, replenishment, instocks routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, and organizing, and storing reserve product
- Always be aware of current and future promotions within Starbucks
- Follow all Target and Starbucks routines to deliver a consistent experience for guests while completing tasks efficiently 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 throughout shift
- Engage with guests to meet and exceed their expectations based on Starbucks standards
- Produce hand crafted beverages and food to specifications on recipe cards
- Follow all food safety requirements, including monitoring and recording temperature sensitive food items, as outlined in best practice
- Complete and record all cleaning tasks in the Starbucks space as outlined in best practices
- 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
- 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
- Complete all required training requirements and certifications related to quality control of Starbucks products
- Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance
- Work in a safe manner at all times
- comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training
- report hazards and correct where possible
- 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
- Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks
- When guests need assistance, engage with guests in a welcoming way, to help solve their specific needs
- Thank guests and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target
- Perform all other duties based on business needs
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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