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Food and Beverage (T0324)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible work schedule
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
retirement savings plan

Job Description

Target is a leading retail corporation widely recognized for its commitment to providing quality products and exceptional shopping experiences to families across the United States. This company operates as a general merchandise retailer, offering a wide range of products including clothing, electronics, household essentials, and groceries. Target is well-known for its innovative approach to retail, blending affordability with style and convenience. Employees at Target are known to benefit from a culture that fosters inclusion, teamwork, and personal development, which aligns with the company’s core values and mission to make everyday life easier and more enjoyable for its guests.

The Food & Beverage team at Target plays a vital role in ensuring guests encounter fresh, well-stocked, and accurately priced products throughout their shopping journey. This team specializes in the operational aspects of food retailing, focusing on inventory accuracy, food safety, presentation, and promotional strategies. As a Food & Beverage Expert at Target, you will be entrusted with delivering an exceptional guest experience by maintaining the highest standards of freshness and product availability throughout operating hours. This role provides valuable opportunities to develop skills in guest interaction, food safety compliance, merchandising, and sales promotion.

Working as a Food & Beverage Expert means engaging guests with product knowledge, including when and how to purchase and store items effectively, understanding food seasonality, and managing inventory to minimize waste and maximize sales. Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary but typically include replenishing stock, organizing merchandise on the sales floor, ensuring food safety requirements are rigorously followed, and collaborating with vendors to maintain appealing merchandise displays and backroom organization. This role demands a proactive approach to locating and addressing damaged or expired products and consistently providing a welcoming guest experience by greeting and assisting shoppers.

The position requires flexibility in scheduling, with shifts possibly covering nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. Target values team members who thrive in energetic, fast-paced environments and who demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Comprehensive training is provided to support team members in gaining the expertise necessary for success in this role. With an initial hourly wage of $20.00 USD, this role offers a competitive starting salary and a range of benefits designed to support your career growth and overall well-being.

Joining Target means becoming part of a community that values ethical conduct, safety, and compliance. The company also provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities and fosters a respectful, inclusive workplace. Target ensures a supportive environment where team members can grow through meaningful work experiences, flexible schedules, and a culture of mutual respect and teamwork. This position provides a strong foundation for those looking to advance their career in retail, food service, or customer service sectors, offering a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same.

Job Requirements

  • must be at least 18 years of age
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and peak shopping times
  • ability to accurately handle cash register operations
  • able to climb ladders safely
  • capability to work in varying temperature environments including cold storage areas
  • ability to work in areas with common allergens
  • reliable and prompt attendance
  • ability to remain mobile for the duration of scheduled shifts

Job Qualifications

  • must be at least 18 years of age
  • previous food or grocery experience preferred but not required
  • welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members
  • ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners
  • work independently and as part of a team
  • resolve guest questions promptly
  • attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes
  • ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment
  • capability to lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds

Job Duties

  • deliver an exceptional guest experience
  • uphold and maintain food and beverage standards
  • execute food and beverage processes including deliveries, replenishment, straightening merchandise, in-stocks routines, culling, rotation, cleaning, signing and organizing reserve product
  • follow all food safety requirements and company policies
  • use sampling and suggestive selling to promote products
  • work with vendors to maintain sales floor displays and backroom organization
  • locate and process damaged, recalled, or expired items according to policies
  • provide knowledgeable assistance to guests about products and services
  • comply with all adult beverage laws
  • properly use and care for in-store and personal protective equipment
  • demonstrate ethical conduct, safety and compliance
  • maintain a safe work environment by following safety policies and reporting hazards
  • support guest services such as cashier backup, order pick up, and drive-up
  • create a welcoming guest experience by greeting guests and assisting as needed
  • perform other duties as required based on business needs

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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