Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 USD per hour

ALL ABOUT TARGET

As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers.

Working at Target means the opportunity to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Caring for our communities is woven into who we are, and we invest in the places we collectively live, work and play. We prioritize relationships, fuel and develop talent by creating growth opportunities, and succeed as one Target team. At our core, our purpose is ingrained in who we are, what we value, and how we work. It's how we care, grow, and win together. The Food & Beverage team works together to provide the guest a fresh, full and food safe shopping experience all day, every day.

ALL ABOUT FOOD & BEVERAGE

The Food & Beverage team enables a consistent experience for our guests by ensuring product is fresh, in stock, available and accurately priced and signed on the sales floor. They are experts of operations, process and efficiency. This team leads food and food services including replenishment, inventory accuracy, food safety, presentation, pricing and promotional signing processes for all Food & Beverage areas of the store.

At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Cake Decorator can provide you with the:

Knowledge of guest service fundamentals and experience building a guest first culture in foodAbility to build guest relationships and convert interactions into sales through sampling, special orders and creating unique designsKnowledge building in cake and dessert trends including: seasonality, guest preference, flavor combinations and ingredientsExperience in monitoring sales of products and adjusting production to drive efficiency, profitability and minimize wasteSkills in cake decorating fundamentals

As a Cake Decorator, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

Deliver an exceptional guest experience, providing a fresh and abundant shopping experience during all hours of operations, prioritizing the guest’s needs over taskExecute Food & Beverage processes, including food deliveries, replenishment, pulls, stocking, zoning, instocks routines, data accuracy, culling, rotation, cleaning, defect, signing and backstockEngage with guests to capture their customized cake needs and consistently meet or exceed guest expectationsUphold and maintain the execution of the Food & Beverage StandardsFollow all food safety requirements as outlined through best practiceUnderstand how operational procedures impact shortage and profitability. Produce items to specifications on production cards and follow specific department routinesFollow proper packaging and labeling guidelines for food productsMonitor and record temperature-sensitive food items as outlined through best practiceLocate and identify damaged, recalled or expired items and process according to best practice Use sampling and suggestive selling to promote products and increase sales Follow proper perishable inventory procedures to ensure an accurate recording of inventoryCreate a welcoming experience by authentically greeting all guestsObserve to quickly understand whether a guest needs assistance or wants to interact. Follow body language and verbal clues to tailor your approachEngage with guests in a genuine way, which includes asking questions to better understand their specific needsBe 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 experienceThank the guest in a genuine way and let them know we’re happy they chose to shop at TargetProperly handle environmentally sensitive items when breaks and spills occurAppropriately use and care for in-store and personal protective equipment; follow equipment control guidelinesAlways demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and complianceWork in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practicesSupport guest services such as back-up cashier, order pick up (OPU) and Drive-up (DU) and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage lawsAll other duties based on business needs

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We might be a great match if:

Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guestsProviding service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you…. That’s why we love working at TargetStocking, Setting and Selling Target products sounds like your thing… That’s the core of what we doYou aren’t looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day… We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded

The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Cake Decorator. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:

Must be at least 18 years of age or olderPrevious cake decorating experience preferred, but not requiredArtistic skills to design and execute custom high level cake decoratingWelcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team membersAbility to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed.Work both independently and with a teamResolve guest questions quickly on the spotCapability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes

We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:

Accurately handle cash register operations as neededScan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) reliable and prompt attendance necessary Ability to work in an environment that could range from 34°F to -10°F as neededAbility to work in spaces where common allergens may be handled or present Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary).

Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information.