On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T2302)

About Target

Working at Target means helping families discover the joy of everyday life. The company’s values and culture drive this vision.

On‑Demand Role

This position is an On‑Demand Team Member (TM) role, allowing you to create your own schedule by picking up shifts posted in the myTime mobile scheduling app. You must respond promptly to shift offers, work at least one shift every four weeks (minimum four hours), and work at least one shift within five months or employment will be terminated. Attendance and reliable communication are critical. New hires must attend a Target Welcome orientation and complete a short‑term structured training program before using the app to select shifts.

Guest Advocate Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly (within 10 ft) and initiate helpful interactions.
• Assist guests in finding items, resolving issues, and ensuring a smooth shopping experience.
• Thank each guest at the end of the transaction.
• Support teammates across areas while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Adapt to business and guest needs to deliver an easy, inspiring experience.
• Scan and bag items efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with food‑safety standards.
• Minimize guest wait time while maintaining service quality.
• Promote current brand launches, store activities, and events.
• Explain and enroll guests in Target Loyalty programs, assisting with sign‑up and sign‑in.
• Guide guests on fulfillment services (order pick‑up, drive‑up, registry) and help them activate and use these services.
• Demonstrate the features of the Target Wallet and the Target app.
• Process returns according to register prompts and collaborate with leaders to resolve issues.
• Partner with leaders to de‑escalate situations and recover the guest experience.
• Provide accurate service to Order Pick‑Up, Drive‑Up, and Registry guests.
• Maintain a clean, clutter‑free work area, including gathering abandoned items, baskets, and hangers.
• Stock supplies during store hours while remaining available to assist guests.
• Follow safety policies, report hazards, and work safely at all times.
• Support guest services such as order pick‑up, drive‑up orders, and drive‑up returns, complying with all applicable adult‑beverage laws.
• Perform any other duties as required by business needs.

Qualifications

• Enjoy interacting with and helping guests and teammates.
• Thrive in a fast‑moving, physically demanding environment that requires teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving.
• Open to a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.
• Effective communication skills, using positive language and attentive listening.
• Ability to stay focused and composed while multitasking under time constraints.
• Welcoming, helpful attitude toward guests and coworkers.
• Strong attention to detail while multitasking.
• Willingness to educate guests about products and services.
• Proficiency with handheld scanners, multiple‑frequency devices, and other technology as directed.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to resolve guest questions quickly on the spot.
• Accurate cash register operation and support for cash‑office tasks.
• Physical ability to lift or move merchandise up to 10 lb frequently and up to 44 lb occasionally without assistance.
• Flexibility to pick up shifts as needed (nights, weekends, holidays).
• Active engagement by responding to shift offers and working at least one shift within five months.
• Comfort working in varying temperatures, humidity, and other environmental conditions (e.g., drive‑up, carry‑out areas).
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $16.00 USD per hour.

Schedule

This on‑demand position offers a personalized schedule. Shifts are selected via the myTime app, and you must pick up and work at least one shift every four weeks (minimum four hours) and at least one shift within five months. Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak times is required.

Benefits

Competitive benefits—including financial, education, and well‑being programs—are available. Learn about benefits eligibility at https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_A.