I worked for Myer, started when I was 15, through til when I finished Uni. I loved it and have often thought about returning now that the kids are a bit older but I expect that yes it'd be hard to get a foot back in because they tend to hire a huge bunch of Christmas casuals around September/October and then only hold onto a few once the sales finish.

I've looked at our local target and thought the same thing, but a friend from playgroup managed to get a Kmart position relatively easily. So I'd definitely suggest giving Kmart a go.

ETA flexible doesn't have to me with your shifts and hours, it can also mean flexible in a work situation, ie you will turn your hand to anything and you'll work well with anyone sort of thing.