Food & Beverage Team Leader - Green Valley Ranch, CO

Target • Denver, CO

2d • $24 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Team Leader leads a team responsible for maintaining a consistent guest experience by keeping food and food-service products fresh, in stock, accurately priced, signed, and safely presented. The role oversees operational processes across Food & Beverage areas, including replenishment, inventory accuracy, food safety, merchandising, pricing, promotions, and workload execution. The leader plans daily and weekly work, supports department and store sales goals, develops team members, and partners with store leadership and vendors. The role may also support guest services, Starbucks or Pizza Hut operations where applicable, and occasional store-level leadership duties. It is a full-time role with hours that vary according to business needs and are not guaranteed to reach 40 hours per week. The work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, closing shifts, and other peak shopping times.

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 prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to remain 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 if needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving up to 44 pounds without 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 and be exposed to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing 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 an Easy, Inspiring, and Friendly guest experience and ensure team members understand, are trained in, and consistently meet guest experience commitments.
• Observe team performance, provide feedback, recognize strong guest service, and hold team members accountable.
• Review guest, financial, and team outcome metrics; identify opportunities and take action to improve results and guest experience.
• Understand sales goals and plan and execute daily and weekly workload, including merchandising, pricing, salesfloor display changes, sampling, and promotions.
• Lead a guest-focused and efficient Food & Beverage team in meeting department standards, including completing daily standards walks and assessing backroom and salesfloor areas.
• Prioritize business needs and team workload by assessing areas, reviewing reporting, and identifying tasks and trends for follow-up.
• Establish goals and expectations with guidance from the direct leader and hold team members accountable.
• Partner with store leadership through communication and collaboration to influence sales performance and workload delivery.
• Maintain fresh, full, and food-safe areas through inventory management, area routines, and food safety policies and procedures.
• Assign daily tasks based on planned workload and guest traffic, aligned with weekly and monthly priorities.
• Validate team members’ progress on assigned tasks, production routines, and best practices.
• Develop team skills through coaching, training, development, and regular interactions; lead and model best-practice execution.
• Lead team huddles to communicate priorities and trends using store reporting and headquarters communications.
• Develop vendor partnerships, set clear expectations, uphold brand standards, and support reliable in-stock levels; place store-initiated orders where applicable.
• Stay current on relevant products and trends and educate team members.
• Support hiring and onboarding of new team members.
• Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while following applicable legal and compliance requirements.
• Develop subject-matter expertise in applicable federal, state, and local adult beverage laws and help protect the store’s liquor license, if applicable.
• Uphold Starbucks and Pizza Hut brand standards and partnerships where applicable, complete required training or certifications, and follow up on business meeting takeaways.
• 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 timely and accurately reporting or investigating injuries.
• Model physical security processes and support storewide merchandise protection strategies, including ordering, storage, and application as directed.
• Promote inclusivity and equitable experiences by valuing diverse perspectives and acting authentically and respectfully.
• Follow safe and secure processes and training as a key carrier.
• 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 dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits and programs, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Financial, education, and well-being benefits and programs may be available to eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

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