Job Summary:
The Barista in our Starbucks department prepares or serves specialty coffee or other beverages. Serves food such as baked goods or sandwiches to customers. Delivers legendary customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and connecting with the customer. Discovers and responds to customer needs.DutiesPrepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas. Prepare or serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads. Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, bagels, scones, croissants, etc. Weigh, grind, or pack coffee beans for customers.Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation. Receive and process customer payments.Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions. Describe menu items to customers or suggest products that might appeal to them.Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment. Wash dishes.Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure proper functioning. Wrap, label, or date food items for sale.Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items. Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products.Create signs to advertise store products or events. Set up or restock product displays.SkillsActs with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Starbucks.Maintains a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating to standard and to set a positive example for the shift team.Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating environment and customers for cues. Communicates information to manager or shift supervisor so that the team can respond as necessary to create the Third Place environment during each shift.Creates a positive learning environment by providing clear, specific, timely and respectful coaching and feedback to partners on shift to ensure operational excellence and to improve partner performance.Executes store operations during scheduled shifts. Organizes opening and closing duties as assigned.Follows Starbucks operational policies and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety and security, to ensure the safety of all partners during each shift.Follows all cash management and cash register policies and ensures proper cash management practices are followed by shift team.Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.