Food & Beverage Team Leader - Mankato, MN

Job Overview The starting pay range for this position per hour is $21.50 - $23.50. The full pay range is $21.50 - $36.55, based on factors such as labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Target offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible team members and their dependents, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k), employee discount, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Responsibilities Deliver guest experience commitments to create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience. Ensure all team members are trained and consistently deliver on Target’s guest experience commitments and operations standards. Observe, provide feedback, and hold team members accountable while recognizing great guest experience moments. Review area guest, financial, and team outcome metrics to identify opportunities and drive results. Plan and execute daily/weekly workload to achieve department and store sales goals, including merchandising, pricing, and promotions. Lead a guest‑focused, efficient Food & Beverage team, completing the Daily Standards walk, assessing backroom and sales floor areas. Prioritize business needs, assign tasks, validate progress, and maintain inventory and food safety. Lead team huddles to communicate focus areas and leverage store reporting. Develop partnerships with vendors to ensure product availability and brand standards. Support hiring and onboarding of new team members; participate in guest services such as back‑up cashier and Drive‑up. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including adult beverage laws and any applicable brand standards like Starbucks or Pizza Hut. Demonstrate and reinforce a culture of safety, security, and ethical conduct. Occasionally assume store‑level leadership on duty responsibilities. Perform all other duties based on business needs. Qualifications Minimum age 18; high school diploma or equivalent. Strong interest and knowledge of the Food & Beverage business. Experience in retail and/or food service preferred. Ability to lead and hold others accountable. Effective communication skills and welcoming attitude toward guests and team members. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage workload, and prioritize tasks. Capacity to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment. Capability to handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 44 pounds, operating ladders, and working in refrigeration or freezer temperatures. Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak times. Valid technology skills: communication on multiple frequency devices, handheld scanners, and other equipment. Openness to receiving training related to compliance, safety, and brand standards. Benefits Eligibility To learn about benefits eligibility for this role, visit . Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in compliance with state and federal laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the application or interview process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io .Non‑accommodation‑related requests will not be addressed through this channel. EEO Statement Target is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Target is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected class or characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr