Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.50 - $24.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
employee discount
short term disability
long term disability
Paid sick leave
paid national holidays
Paid vacation
Job Description
Target is a leading retail company known for delivering outstanding value and an enjoyable shopping experience through its vast array of well-curated products. As a Fortune 500 company, Target operates numerous stores across the United States and has established itself as one of the most admired brands in retail, focusing on customer satisfaction, innovation, and community involvement. Target's commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and team member development makes it a premier choice for employment in the retail sector. The company places significant emphasis on creating a positive work environment where team members can thrive and grow professionally, supported by comprehensive benefits and competitive pay standards.
The Food & Beverage Team Leader role at Target is a dynamic and rewarding position within the Food & Beverage department that involves leading a team dedicated to ensuring products are fresh, well-stocked, and accurately priced throughout the store. This role is central to maintaining the high standards Target customers expect, such as inventory accuracy, food safety, merchandise presentation, and sales floor readiness. The leader develops the team’s skills, oversees daily operations, and fosters a culture of excellent guest service and food safety compliance. Starting pay for this position ranges from $22.50 to $24.50 per hour, with the full pay range extending up to $38.25 per hour depending on factors including labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.
As a Food & Beverage Team Leader, you will engage in planning and executing daily workloads, leading and coaching hourly team members, driving sales and guest engagement, and collaborating with store leadership to meet business goals. The role provides opportunities to develop significant leadership skills including interviewing, training, and talent development while supporting compliance with food safety standards and promoting a safe, inclusive workplace. You will also handle responsibilities such as vendor partnerships, merchandising, and guest service support including cashier duties and order pickups. Target's commitment to team member well-being is seen in the comprehensive health benefits offered, which include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, paid sick leave, vacation, and paid national holidays. This position offers a genuine opportunity to gain valuable leadership experience in a fast-paced retail food and beverage environment while helping customers enjoy a superior shopping experience.
The Food & Beverage Team Leader role at Target is a dynamic and rewarding position within the Food & Beverage department that involves leading a team dedicated to ensuring products are fresh, well-stocked, and accurately priced throughout the store. This role is central to maintaining the high standards Target customers expect, such as inventory accuracy, food safety, merchandise presentation, and sales floor readiness. The leader develops the team’s skills, oversees daily operations, and fosters a culture of excellent guest service and food safety compliance. Starting pay for this position ranges from $22.50 to $24.50 per hour, with the full pay range extending up to $38.25 per hour depending on factors including labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.
As a Food & Beverage Team Leader, you will engage in planning and executing daily workloads, leading and coaching hourly team members, driving sales and guest engagement, and collaborating with store leadership to meet business goals. The role provides opportunities to develop significant leadership skills including interviewing, training, and talent development while supporting compliance with food safety standards and promoting a safe, inclusive workplace. You will also handle responsibilities such as vendor partnerships, merchandising, and guest service support including cashier duties and order pickups. Target's commitment to team member well-being is seen in the comprehensive health benefits offered, which include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, paid sick leave, vacation, and paid national holidays. This position offers a genuine opportunity to gain valuable leadership experience in a fast-paced retail food and beverage environment while helping customers enjoy a superior shopping experience.
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous retail and/or food experience preferred but not required
- Ability to operate handheld scanners and other technology
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
- Able to remain focused in a fast-paced environment
- Must have a welcoming and helpful attitude
- Able to communicate effectively
- Access all areas of the building
- Interpret instructions and reports
- Handle cash register operations
- Climb ladders if needed
- Frequently lift or move merchandise up to 44 pounds
- Flexible work schedule including nights, weekends, holidays
- Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer environments
- Capable of exposure to varying temperatures and elements
- Ability to remain mobile for entire shifts
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous retail and/or food experience preferred but not required
- Strong interest and knowledge of the Food & Beverage business
- Ability to lead and hold others accountable
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to operate multiple frequency devices, handheld scanners, and other technology equipment
- Capability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks
- Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment
- Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members
- Demonstrated skills in interviewing, training, coaching, evaluating, retaining, and developing talent
Job Duties
- Consistently deliver guest experience commitments to create an easy, inspiring and friendly guest experience
- Ensure every team member understands, is trained, and consistently delivers on Target's guest experience commitments and consistent operations
- Review area guest, financial, and team outcome metrics to identify opportunities, take action to improve, and align team on the right behaviors and execution
- Understand sales goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement
- Lead a guest-focused, efficient Food & Beverage team by completing the Food & Beverage Daily Standards walk
- Assess backroom and sales floor areas daily for compliance with Target Food & Beverage Standards
- Prioritize business needs and identify workload tasks for the team
- Establish clear goals and expectations and hold team members accountable
- Partner with store leadership through communication and collaboration
- Maintain a fresh, full and food safe area during all operating hours
- Assign daily tasks to team members based on planned workload and guest traffic patterns
- Lead and demonstrate a culture of executing all best practices and development
- Lead team huddles to communicate focuses and trends
- Develop and maintain partnerships with vendors
- Ensure product availability by placing store-initiated orders
- Stay updated on relevant trends and products to educate team members
- Support hiring and onboarding of new team members
- Support guest services such as back-up cashier, order pick up, and Drive-up
- Uphold compliance culture and support safety standards
- Lead safety culture and incident response
- Model physical security processes
- Support merchandise protection strategies
- Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse voices
- Follow safe and secure training as a key carrier
- Occasionally assume store-level leadership on duty responsibilities
- Address all store emergency and compliance requirements
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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