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Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T0239)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $15.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
employee discount
flexible schedule
Training and Development

Job Description

Target Corporation is a leading retail company known for its commitment to providing an exceptional shopping experience for all families. With a strong presence across the United States, Target offers a wide variety of products ranging from household essentials to electronics and fashion, all while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and an innovative approach to retail. Working at Target means being part of a team that values inclusivity, diversity, and delivering joy through everyday life. The company prides itself on supporting its team members with meaningful job experiences that help build and develop skills for future career growth. Target's culture is grounded in its core values, which emphasize community engagement, guest satisfaction, and ethical business practices.

The role of a Guest Advocate at Target is integral to the company’s goal of exceeding guest expectations through outstanding service and engagement. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and seamless shopping experience. The Guest Advocate plays a critical role in welcoming guests, assisting with transactions, promoting loyalty programs, and ensuring store cleanliness and overall guest satisfaction. This is a dynamic role where no two days are alike, providing employees with an opportunity to hone their communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

Starting with an hourly rate of $15.50 USD, the Guest Advocate role is best suited for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working collaboratively to solve challenges and enhance the guest experience. The position requires flexibility in work hours, potentially including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods, thus offering a chance to build adaptability and time management expertise. Team members in this role are empowered to engage guests at the point of sale and across various services such as checklanes, gift registry, order pick-up, and drive-up options.

The Guest Advocate's responsibilities extend beyond basic customer service; they advocate for both in-store and digital service solutions, educating guests on the features of the Target App and loyalty programs, thereby fostering guest loyalty and driving the adoption of Target’s technology-enhanced shopping options. Employees are trained to manage checkout operations with accuracy while maintaining a friendly and efficient service atmosphere, ensuring minimal wait times and maximum guest satisfaction. This role also involves physical tasks such as stocking, handling merchandise, and maintaining a clean workspace following safety and compliance standards.

Target invests significantly in training its team members, offering comprehensive resources to help Guest Advocates succeed in their roles. The company seeks individuals who exhibit effective communication skills, a welcoming attitude, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain composed in a fast-moving retail environment. Furthermore, Target emphasizes safety and ethical conduct across all its teams, expecting employees to comply with safety policies and to contribute positively to the overall store environment.

Joining Target as a Guest Advocate offers a career pathway filled with growth opportunities, skill development, and a supportive work culture. With competitive pay, flexible schedules, and a comprehensive suite of employee benefits, Target stands out as an excellent place for those seeking to launch or advance a career in retail customer service.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in customer service preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Capable of lifting up to 44 pounds occasionally
  • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Reliable and punctual attendance
  • Ability to use technology such as handheld scanners
  • Good communication skills
  • Willingness to work in varying temperature environments
  • Basic math skills for handling transactions

Job Qualifications

  • Communicating effectively, including using positive language and attentive to guests needs
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members
  • Attention to detail while prioritizing tasks
  • Willing to educate guests and engage around products and services
  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed
  • Work both independently and with a team
  • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes

Job Duties

  • Demonstrate a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience by delivering the service standard
  • Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests as you are completing your daily tasks
  • Engage with guests in a welcoming way to help solve their specific needs
  • Make the guest aware of current promos, store activities and events
  • Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience
  • Thank guests and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target
  • Know and speak to the benefits of Target Loyalty programs with every guest and assist with application or sign-up as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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