Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.00 - $24.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
employee discount
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Job Description
Target Corporation is a leading American retail giant known for its commitment to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service across a wide range of merchandise, including apparel, electronics, home goods, and groceries. Established with a vision to bring joy and convenience to everyday shopping, Target has cultivated a strong brand presence nationwide through its innovative retail strategies, engaging store environments, and a firm dedication to community and sustainability initiatives. The company offers diverse career opportunities and values its team members as critical to driving its success and maintaining its welcoming culture. Target’s benefits package is comprehensive, covering essential health benefits, retirement plans, and development opportunities, reflecting its investment in team members' well-being and future growth.
The Food & Beverage Team Leader role at Target represents a key leadership position within the retail environment, specifically dedicated to the Food & Beverage department. This role focuses on ensuring that guests receive a consistently excellent shopping experience centered around fresh, quality food products and exceptional service. The Team Leader is responsible for managing a team that oversees food safety, merchandising, inventory accuracy, and pricing strategies. This leadership position requires a balance of operational efficiency, team development, and customer engagement to meet and exceed sales goals while maintaining compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
The position offers a starting pay range between $22.00 and $24.00 per hour, with a full pay range extending up to $37.40 per hour, influenced by factors such as labor markets, education, certifications, and work experience. Team members eligible for this role receive comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. Additional perks include a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, short and long-term disability coverage, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and vacation time.
A typical day as a Food & Beverage Team Leader will involve strategizing and executing workload plans to optimize the guest experience and sales performance. This includes overseeing department merchandising, pricing accuracy, promotional setups, inventory management, and compliance with food safety standards. The leader guides a team through interviews, coaching, and development to foster a highly engaged and motivated workforce. Collaboration with vendors and maintaining partnerships with brands such as Starbucks and Pizza Hut, where applicable, are essential to delivering a premium shopping experience.
Safety, compliance, and inclusivity are core pillars of this role. The leader not only ensures the operational adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations concerning food safety and alcohol laws but also promotes an environment where diversity is valued and team members feel included and respected. The role necessitates flexibility with schedules, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, to support business needs and guest demands.
This leadership position offers significant growth potential through meaningful experiences that sharpen leadership skills, operational savvy, and customer engagement competencies, making it an ideal career step for those passionate about retail, food service, and team management. Target provides robust training to equip new leaders with the knowledge required for success as they embark on this rewarding career path.
The Food & Beverage Team Leader role at Target represents a key leadership position within the retail environment, specifically dedicated to the Food & Beverage department. This role focuses on ensuring that guests receive a consistently excellent shopping experience centered around fresh, quality food products and exceptional service. The Team Leader is responsible for managing a team that oversees food safety, merchandising, inventory accuracy, and pricing strategies. This leadership position requires a balance of operational efficiency, team development, and customer engagement to meet and exceed sales goals while maintaining compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
The position offers a starting pay range between $22.00 and $24.00 per hour, with a full pay range extending up to $37.40 per hour, influenced by factors such as labor markets, education, certifications, and work experience. Team members eligible for this role receive comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. Additional perks include a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, short and long-term disability coverage, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and vacation time.
A typical day as a Food & Beverage Team Leader will involve strategizing and executing workload plans to optimize the guest experience and sales performance. This includes overseeing department merchandising, pricing accuracy, promotional setups, inventory management, and compliance with food safety standards. The leader guides a team through interviews, coaching, and development to foster a highly engaged and motivated workforce. Collaboration with vendors and maintaining partnerships with brands such as Starbucks and Pizza Hut, where applicable, are essential to delivering a premium shopping experience.
Safety, compliance, and inclusivity are core pillars of this role. The leader not only ensures the operational adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations concerning food safety and alcohol laws but also promotes an environment where diversity is valued and team members feel included and respected. The role necessitates flexibility with schedules, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, to support business needs and guest demands.
This leadership position offers significant growth potential through meaningful experiences that sharpen leadership skills, operational savvy, and customer engagement competencies, making it an ideal career step for those passionate about retail, food service, and team management. Target provides robust training to equip new leaders with the knowledge required for success as they embark on this rewarding career path.
Job Requirements
- Minimum age of 18
- access to all areas of the store for operational needs
- ability to climb ladders and handle merchandise up to 44 pounds
- flexibility to work in temperature-controlled environments ranging from -10°F to 34°F
- reliable attendance and punctuality
- capacity to operate cash register accurately when needed
- ability to respond to guest and team member concerns effectively
- willing to work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- capability to maintain composure in fast-paced, physically demanding settings
- knowledge of and compliance with safety and security processes
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous retail or food service experience preferred but not required
- knowledge of food and beverage business fundamentals
- ability to lead and hold team members accountable
- effective communication skills
- capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload
- experience with technology such as handheld scanners
- ability to work independently and collaboratively
- commitment to guest service excellence
- understanding of food safety and operational compliance
- flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules that include nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Understand sales goals and plan daily and weekly workloads to achieve department and store sales targets
- assess and prioritize business needs based on backroom and sales floor conditions
- establish clear goals and hold team members accountable for performance
- maintain food safety and freshness through effective inventory management and adherence to safety policies
- assign daily tasks to team members aligning with business priorities and guest traffic patterns
- develop and sustain vendor partnerships to ensure compliance with delivery and merchandising standards
- support hiring, onboarding, and development of team members including conducting coaching and evaluations
- ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws including adult beverage regulations
- promote and model a safe, inclusive, and ethical work environment
- manage guest service operations such as backup cashiering and order pickups
- lead team adherence to brand standards especially with Starbucks and Pizza Hut collaborations
- actively participate in meetings and training to stay current with food and beverage trends and policies
- execute merchandise protection strategies and uphold store emergency and compliance protocols
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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