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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Barista

Full-TimePosted on 10/19/2026
$16 - $24/hr
Entry
West Chester Township, OH, 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.
  • Communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
  • Work independently and with a team.
  • Resolve guest questions quickly on the spot.
  • Pay attention to detail and follow multi-step processes.
  • Remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
  • Interpret instructions, reports, and information.
  • Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
  • Climb ladders if needed.
  • Scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, frequently lifting or moving products up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without assistance.
  • Work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays; report for scheduled work, complete scheduled shifts, and take required meal and rest breaks.
  • Work in environments that include refrigeration and freezer temperatures and where common allergens may be handled or present.
  • Work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain duties, including Drive-Ups and carryout.
  • Remain mobile for the duration of scheduled shifts, which may vary in length.
Responsibilities
  • Create a friendly guest experience by greeting guests warmly, helping them find what they need or resolving issues, and thanking them at the end of each transaction.
  • Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Adjust to business and guest needs and prioritize guests while delivering a fresh and abundant shopping experience.
  • Uphold Food and Beverage standards and 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 to complete tasks efficiently and maintain food safety.
  • Support Starbucks Drive Up orders by ensuring digital guest orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
  • Maintain an inviting dining area throughout the shift and engage with guests according to Starbucks standards.
  • Prepare handcrafted beverages and food according to recipe-card specifications.
  • Monitor and record temperatures for temperature-sensitive food items and complete required cleaning tasks in the Starbucks area.
  • Identify damaged, recalled, or expired items and process them according to best practices.
  • Place store-initiated orders to maintain accurate in-stocks and follow perishable inventory procedures to record inventory accurately.
  • Execute sampling best practices and complete required training and certifications related to Starbucks product quality control.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
  • Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while complying with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws where applicable.
  • Perform other duties based on business needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • A welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
  • Flexibility, teamwork, and creative problem solving in an active, fast-paced, physically demanding role.

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%