Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $16.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid holidays
Job Description
Target is a renowned retail corporation dedicated to making everyday life more enjoyable for families across the country. Known for its wide range of products, competitive prices, and exemplary customer service, Target continues to be a top choice for shoppers seeking convenience and quality. Committed to fostering an inclusive and positive work culture, Target emphasizes values such as integrity, teamwork, and community engagement. The company offers diverse career opportunities and professional growth avenues, making it a sought-after employer in retail.
The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a crucial role in delivering an exceptional shopping experience, specializing in maintaining product freshness, stock availability, pricing accuracy, and promotional signage. This team is responsible for operational excellence, process optimization, and efficiency in all Food and Beverage sections of the store. As a Starbucks Barista at Target, you will be part of a dynamic environment that combines the love of great coffee with the retailer’s commitment to superior guest service. Offering a starting hourly wage of $16.50 USD, this role provides meaningful experience and skill-building opportunities in customer service, food safety, and operational processes within a fast-paced retail setting.
As a Starbucks Barista within Target, your role will be multifaceted and engaging, involving crafting high-quality Starbucks beverages and managing food quality and freshness in compliance with state and federal food safety and OSHA guidelines. You will prioritize the guest experience by delivering friendly, efficient service, ensuring that Starbucks standards are upheld consistently. Duties include replenishing stock, inventory management, food safety practices, promotional awareness, and supporting ancillary services such as the Starbucks Drive Up process.
The barista position requires flexibility, teamwork, and innovative problem-solving skills in a highly active environment where each day varies. You will assist guests by providing personalized service, ensuring the dining area remains inviting, accurately handling cash transactions as needed, and maintaining cleaning and safety standards. Training is provided to support your growth, but prior experience in Starbucks or food service enhances success. Ideal candidates enjoy fast-paced settings, thrive on interaction, and commit to flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays. This role demands physical stamina to handle stock, operate technical equipment, and perform duties in varying temperature conditions.
Target’s Starbucks Barista position is more than just a job - it’s a chance to develop valuable skills in customer service, teamwork, operational excellence, and food safety while being part of a respected retail brand. The company supports its team members with a culture focused on ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, creating a workplace where employees can excel and grow. For those passionate about coffee, guest interaction, and retail operations, this role offers a rewarding pathway with competitive pay and opportunities to advance within Target’s Food & Beverage division.
The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a crucial role in delivering an exceptional shopping experience, specializing in maintaining product freshness, stock availability, pricing accuracy, and promotional signage. This team is responsible for operational excellence, process optimization, and efficiency in all Food and Beverage sections of the store. As a Starbucks Barista at Target, you will be part of a dynamic environment that combines the love of great coffee with the retailer’s commitment to superior guest service. Offering a starting hourly wage of $16.50 USD, this role provides meaningful experience and skill-building opportunities in customer service, food safety, and operational processes within a fast-paced retail setting.
As a Starbucks Barista within Target, your role will be multifaceted and engaging, involving crafting high-quality Starbucks beverages and managing food quality and freshness in compliance with state and federal food safety and OSHA guidelines. You will prioritize the guest experience by delivering friendly, efficient service, ensuring that Starbucks standards are upheld consistently. Duties include replenishing stock, inventory management, food safety practices, promotional awareness, and supporting ancillary services such as the Starbucks Drive Up process.
The barista position requires flexibility, teamwork, and innovative problem-solving skills in a highly active environment where each day varies. You will assist guests by providing personalized service, ensuring the dining area remains inviting, accurately handling cash transactions as needed, and maintaining cleaning and safety standards. Training is provided to support your growth, but prior experience in Starbucks or food service enhances success. Ideal candidates enjoy fast-paced settings, thrive on interaction, and commit to flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays. This role demands physical stamina to handle stock, operate technical equipment, and perform duties in varying temperature conditions.
Target’s Starbucks Barista position is more than just a job - it’s a chance to develop valuable skills in customer service, teamwork, operational excellence, and food safety while being part of a respected retail brand. The company supports its team members with a culture focused on ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, creating a workplace where employees can excel and grow. For those passionate about coffee, guest interaction, and retail operations, this role offers a rewarding pathway with competitive pay and opportunities to advance within Target’s Food & Beverage division.
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 34°F to -10°F 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/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
- work both independently and with a team
- resolve guest questions quickly
- 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 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 & 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
- all other duties based on business needs
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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