Starbucks Barista - Part-time
Posted on October 24, 2025
Target is a leading retail corporation renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional shopping experiences catered to families and individuals across the United States. With a strong emphasis on its core values and culture, Target strives to create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for both its customers and team members. As one of the most trusted names in retail, Target continues to innovate and expand its offerings, ensuring quality and value for every customer while fostering career growth for its employees.
The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a pivotal role in delivering a consistent and high-quality shopping experience for guests. This team is responsible for maintaining product freshness, inventory accuracy, and presentation standards across all food and beverage areas in the store. They collaborate closely to ensure that items are well-stocked, accurately priced, and effectively promoted, all while adhering to stringent food safety and operational guidelines.
The position of Starbucks Barista at Target offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience within a dynamic retail and food service environment. This role is integral to creating a memorable Starbucks experience for guests by expertly preparing handcrafted beverages and food items while maintaining high standards of quality and service. Starbucks Baristas at Target operate in a fast-paced setting where attention to detail, customer engagement, and teamwork are essential.
With a starting hourly rate of $20.00 USD, this role is hourly and provides team members with meaningful experiences that help develop skills applicable to future career opportunities. Starbucks Baristas will be trained extensively to ensure proficiency in food safety, operational procedures, and guest service excellence.
The daily responsibilities of a Starbucks Barista at Target encompass delivering an exceptional guest experience by maintaining a fresh and abundant shopping environment, executing food and beverage operations including replenishment and inventory management, and supporting digital order fulfillment processes such as Starbucks Drive Up. Baristas also ensure compliance with Target and Starbucks standards, uphold food safety guidelines, and maintain cleanliness and organization within their working space.
Successful candidates will be proactive, welcoming, and reliable individuals who thrive in a fast-moving, physically demanding role while demonstrating flexibility and the ability to solve problems creatively. The role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a keen attention to detail. Candidates should be prepared to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods.
This position also requires physical capabilities such as lifting merchandise up to 44 pounds, handling cash register operations, using handheld technology devices, and working comfortably in varying temperature conditions. Target values ethical conduct, safety compliance, and inclusivity and is committed to making reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
By joining Target as a Starbucks Barista, team members become part of a supportive and engaged workplace. The company offers comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a culture that prioritizes development and recognition. Team members also gain the satisfaction of contributing to a positive guest experience while working in a renowned retail and food service brand. More information about benefits and eligibility can be found on Target’s corporate careers website. Target is committed to fair hiring practices, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds including those with criminal histories in accordance with relevant fair chance ordinances.
- Ability to handle cash register operations accurately as needed
- Ability to climb up and down 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 an environment ranging from 34°F to -10°F as needed
- Ability to work in spaces where common allergens may be handled or present
- Capability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)
- Ability to comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training
- Ability to maintain ethical conduct, safety and compliance
- Ability to complete required training and certifications related to quality control