Food & Beverage Team Leader

Target • Bridgehampton, NY

9d • $28 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Team Leader leads a guest-focused team responsible for keeping food and food-service products fresh, in stock, available, accurately priced, safely handled, and well presented. The role plans and executes daily and weekly workload to support department and store sales goals, guest engagement, and consistent operations. The leader develops team members through hiring support, training, coaching, feedback, and accountability, and collaborates with store leaders and vendors to maintain business standards and reliable product availability.

The position also supports other store services and compliance needs, including cashier backup, order pickup, Drive Up, adult beverage requirements where applicable, and Starbucks or Pizza Hut standards where applicable. It includes key-carrier responsibilities and may occasionally involve assuming store-level Leader on Duty responsibilities. The work is full-time, with hours dependent on business needs and potentially fluctuating rather than guaranteed at 40 hours per week. The schedule is variable and may include nights, weekends, holidays, closing shifts, and peak shopping times. The role is active and physically demanding, with work in varying temperatures and, at times, refrigeration or freezer conditions and areas where common allergens may be present.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong interest in and knowledge of the Food & Beverage business.
• Ability to lead and hold others accountable.
• Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage workload and independently prioritize tasks.
• Ability to stay focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Ability to climb ladders as needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, holidays, closing shifts, and peak shopping times; reliable and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work in refrigeration and freezer conditions and in areas where common allergens may be handled or present.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements during duties such as Drive Up and carryout.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of scheduled shifts, which may vary in length.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail and/or food experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver guest experience commitments and ensure team members understand and consistently meet those commitments.
• Observe team performance, provide feedback, recognize strong guest experiences, and hold team members accountable.
• Review guest, financial, and team outcome metrics to identify opportunities, take action, align the team on execution, and drive results.
• Understand sales goals and plan and execute daily and weekly workload, including merchandising, pricing, sales-floor display changes, sampling, and promotions.
• Walk Food & Beverage and Food Service areas using Target Food & Beverage Standards; assess conditions, prioritize needs, identify tasks, and review reporting for business trends.
• Establish goals and expectations with guidance from the direct leader and hold team members accountable.
• Partner with store leadership through communication and collaboration on sales performance and workload deliverables.
• Maintain fresh, full, and food-safe areas through inventory management, routines, and food-safety policies and procedures.
• Assign daily tasks based on workload and guest traffic, aligned with weekly and monthly priorities.
• Validate team members’ progress on prioritized workload, production-area routines, and best practices.
• Model best practices and close skill gaps through development, coaching, training, and team interactions.
• Lead team huddles to communicate priorities and trends using store reporting and headquarters communications.
• Develop and maintain vendor partnerships, set clear expectations, uphold brand standards, and support reliable in-stock conditions; place store-initiated orders where applicable.
• Stay current on relevant trends and products and educate team members.
• Support hiring and onboarding processes for new team members.
• Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while maintaining compliance with applicable laws.
• Develop subject-matter expertise in applicable federal, state, and local adult beverage laws and help protect the store’s liquor license, if applicable.
• Lead the team in upholding Starbucks and Pizza Hut brand standards, and partner with the Starbucks district manager where applicable.
• Complete Food Safety Manager certification and applicable Starbucks or Pizza Hut training and certifications.
• Attend required in-store planning and business meetings and follow up on relevant takeaways from the Starbucks district manager where applicable.
• Model ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and hold the team accountable to these standards.
• Lead safety practices by modeling and recognizing safe behavior, correcting hazards, supporting incident response, and reporting and investigating injuries promptly and accurately.
• Model physical security processes and support merchandise protection strategies, including ordering, storage, and application as directed.
• Promote inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives and creating authentic, respectful, and equitable experiences.
• As a key carrier, follow safe and secure training and processes.
• Occasionally assume store-level Leader on Duty responsibilities during assigned shifts based on store needs.
• Address store emergency and compliance requirements and perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and their dependents may have access to comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Other financial, education, and well-being benefits may be available; eligibility applies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED