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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Barista

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$20/hr
Entry
Valencia, Santa Clarita, CA, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Previous Starbucks or food service experience is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices, operate handheld scanners and other directed technology, and work independently and with a team.
  • Ability to resolve guest questions promptly, follow multistep processes, and remain focused and composed while handling multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Ability to access all building areas; interpret instructions, reports, and information; and accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
  • Ability to climb ladders as needed; frequently lift or move products up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without assistance; and remain mobile for scheduled shifts.
  • Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions, around common allergens, and in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements.
  • Availability for a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods, and ability to work scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
Responsibilities
  • Create a welcoming guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products or resolve issues, and thanking them at the end of transactions.
  • Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude; adjust to business and guest needs.
  • Maintain a fresh and abundant shopping experience, prioritize guest needs, and uphold Food and Beverage standards.
  • Execute food and beverage processes, including deliveries, replenishment, in-stock routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing, organizing, and storing reserve products.
  • Stay aware of current and future Starbucks promotions and follow Target and Starbucks routines efficiently while maintaining food safety.
  • Support Starbucks Drive Up order fulfillment and maintain an inviting dining area throughout the shift.
  • Engage guests according to Starbucks standards and prepare handcrafted beverages and food to recipe-card specifications.
  • Monitor and record temperatures for temperature-sensitive food, complete and record cleaning tasks, and locate and process damaged, recalled, or expired items according to best practices.
  • Place store-initiated orders, follow perishable inventory procedures, and execute sampling best practices.
  • Complete required training and certifications related to Starbucks product quality control.
  • Follow ethical conduct, safety, and compliance practices; report hazards and correct them where possible.
  • Support backup cashier, order pickup, and Drive Up services while complying with applicable adult beverage laws.
  • Perform other duties based on business needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • A welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.

About the company

Target sells groceries, clothing, home goods and other everyday products to U.S. shoppers through stores and its website, with an emphasis on affordable style and design. Its own brands include Cat & Jack children's clothing and Good & Gather food, alongside national brands and exclusive designer collections. Customers shop in person or order online for shipping, pickup or delivery, while Target Plus adds products from outside sellers. Merchandise sales drive its revenue, supplemented by Roundel advertising, marketplace fees and paid memberships. The company traces its roots to 1902, opened its first Target store in 1962, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Demand is recovering: August 2026 results showed fiscal second quarter comparable sales up 3.8% and total sales up 5.3%.
  • Store investment expands project scope: March 2026 plans earmarked $5 billion for stores, technology and supply chains.
  • U.S. employees get study support immediately: Target funds selected tuition programs for full-time and part-time staff from day one.

What critics are saying

  • Pricing is exposed to import costs: about half Target's merchandise originates abroad, with China its largest import source.
  • Profit comparisons flatter the turnaround: August 2026 earnings included $1.65 per share from tariff refunds.
  • Corporate roles faced cuts: October 2025 restructuring targeted about 1,000 employees and 800 vacancies.

What makes Target unique

  • Design work reaches shelves at scale: Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion annually.
  • Stores power online economics: Target stores fulfilled 97.6% of merchandise sales in fiscal 2025.
  • Target's delivery membership reaches beyond its shelves: Circle 360 covers Shipt's more than 100 retail partners.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%