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Posted on October 24, 2025
Position in Bakersfield, CA, USA, CA
Position: Food & Beverage Team Leader - $24 To $40 Per HOUR (Based in Bakersfield, CA, USA) Hiring Organization: Target Brands, Inc. Location: Bakersfield, CA, USA, CA Urgency: Immediate consideration in Bakersfield, CA, USA.
Salary: $24-$40/Hour (approx. $66.6k/Year) Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits. Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
Core Focus
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Bakersfield, CA, USA location.
- This Bakersfield, CA, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Target Brands, Inc. team in Bakersfield, CA, USA, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Bakersfield, CA, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Target is a leading retail company committed to helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. Known for its diverse range of products spanning groceries, household necessities, electronics, clothing, and much more, Target strives to provide a high-quality shopping experience for every guest. The company is deeply rooted in values of inclusivity, sustainability, and community engagement, making it a standout name among retailers in the United States. With a culture that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and continuous development, Target not only focuses on delivering excellent service but also invests in the growth and well-being of its team members.
The Food & Beverage Team at Target plays an essential role in ensuring customers enjoy fresh and well-stocked products when they shop. This team is responsible for the operations of all food and beverage items within the store including inventory management, pricing accuracy, product presentation, and food safety compliance. As experts in their area, these team members help maintain a smooth and efficient customer shopping experience by managing stocking and replenishment activities, adhering to food safety standards, and ensuring promotional materials are correctly placed and up to date.
The role of a Food & Beverage Team Leader at Target is a dynamic and impactful position designed to develop leadership skills and provide valuable retail management experience. This role requires overseeing day-to-day operations of the food and beverage department, managing a team of hourly employees, monitoring sales trends, and maintaining product quality and safety. Leaders in this position will also engage in talent development through interviewing, coaching, and evaluating their team. Additionally, this role involves collaborating closely with vendors to ensure product availability and adherence to brand standards, including partnerships with brands like Starbucks and Pizza Hut where applicable.
Food & Beverage Team Leaders are tasked with planning and executing daily and weekly workloads based on sales goals and customer needs. They assess the sales floor and backroom areas regularly using Target Food & Beverage Standards, identifying business trends, and prioritizing tasks to maintain operational excellence. Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including adult beverage laws when relevant, is a critical part of the job. The Team Leader also supports guest services by backing up roles such as cashier and order pick-up, fostering a welcoming shopping environment, and promoting a culture that values safety, inclusivity, and ethical conduct.
A typical day for a Food & Beverage Team Leader involves scheduling, task delegation, inventory oversight, and continuous communication with both team members and company leadership. They also participate in training and certification processes, including food safety management and brand-specific training. This position requires flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays. Pay for this role ranges between $23.75 and $40.40 per hour, depending on factors such as labor market conditions, education, work experience, and certifications.
Target supports its team members with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, employee discounts, and paid holidays. The company prioritizes team member well-being and provides resources to ensure employees and their families can thrive. Target is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws, ensuring an inclusive hiring process.
Working at Target means becoming part of a community dedicated to inclusivity, respect, and excellence in customer service. The Food & Beverage Team Leader role offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a reputable company, gain hands-on management experience, and contribute to the success of a vibrant retail environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for leadership development. Whether helping guests find their favorite products or leading a team to achieve sales excellence, this position is integral to Target’s mission of making life easier and more enjoyable for its customers and team members alike.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Age 18 or older
- Ability to lead and hold others accountable
- Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate technology equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
- Ability to remain focused and composed in fast-paced environment
- Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all 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
- Accurately handle cash register operations as needed
- Ability to climb ladders and handle or move merchandise up to 44 pounds safely
- Flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to work in environments with temperatures ranging from 34 F to -10 F
- Ability to work in spaces where common allergens may be present
- Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a shift
- Reliable and prompt attendance