Archived Meal Compliance and Breaks

[Softball Girl1]

Today was my first day at Target. I spent most of my day training with my trainee so she was there to help me with a lot of stuff. Tomorrow I am on my own however and I am still confused on when to take my breaks. I only work a 4 and some odd minutes shift tomorrow as cashier but I'm unsure of when to take my 15 minute breaks. Will I have to keep track of time myself or will a team leader let me know when I can take the break? Will I only have 1? It was explained at my orientation but it's still a little fuzzy to me.

 

[redeye58]

You should take your break two hours into your shift.
Talk to the GSTL when you come on duty & they'll let you know when you should take your break but also keep an eye on the clock.
Sometimes a rush may hit just as you're due for your break or they have to wait until someone comes back first.
Don't be a pest but don't let them forget you either.

 

[Yetive]

Welcome to Target. You should get 1 break. If you are cashiering, your GSA or GSTL will tell you when to go.

 

[Softball Girl1]

You should take your break two hours into your shift.
Talk to the GSTL when you come on duty & they'll let you know when you should take your break but also keep an eye on the clock.
Sometimes a rush may hit just as you're due for your break or they have to wait until someone comes back first.
Don't be a pest but don't let them forget you either.

Thank you! This helps!

 

[Softball Girl1]

Welcome to Target. You should get 1 break. If you are cashiering, your GSA or GSTL will tell you when to go.

Thank you, this helps a lot!

 

[PassinTime]

The GSTL will have a break schedule listing all TMs break times. You can ask when you're scheduled to take yours. Keep in mind your actual break will likely be a different time. If there are any busy periods, the GSTL will likely have to postpone your or someone else's break. In which case everyone else's breaks will be a bit later. The GSTL will step over by you and tell you when you can go. However, you will have to make sure they don't forget either!

 

[aspiringETL]

It varies by state the certain break/meal laws. In my state, anything between 4-4.75 hours is 1 break. 5-6 hours = 1 break, 1 meal. 7-9 hours = 2 breaks, 1 meal.