Bookseller

Have you ever walked into a bookstore, inhaled deeply, sighed and thought "I could stay in here forever"?

Then this job is for YOU!

Off the Beaten Path is Steamboat’s only independent bookstore, carrying a variety of new and used books as well as locally roasted coffee and house-made pastries. We strive to be an inclusive community gathering place where people from all walks of life are welcomed and encouraged to learn from one another.

This position is a combination of bookseller and barista. Prior retail and/or barista experience is preferred but not required. Enthusiasm for books, coffee, and all things nerdy is a must.

No minimum education requirement, but you must be able to read and write English proficiently. We are a very popular and fast-paced store much of the year, so we are seeking candidates who work well under pressure.

This position requires minimum Monday - Friday availability between the hours of 7am - 7pm (approximately 25 hours/week).

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Setting up the café for the day (turning on equipment, brewing coffee, stocking, etc.)
• Ringing up customers (books and coffee)
• Learning drink and food codes and preparing drinks according to our recipes
• Recommending drinks, food, and bagged coffee to customers
• Breaking down the café at the end of the day (putting away food, shutting down equipment, cleaning, etc.)
• Answering phone calls
• Recommending books to customers and assisting customers with checking our inventory
• Placing special orders for books that we do not have in stock
• Writing minimum of 1 book review per month (50 words or less)
• Setting book displays, shelving, and keeping the store clean and tidy
• Must be able to climb stairs, carry up to 50 lbs., and stand for extended periods of time

Pay starts at $18/hour café tips (daily tips average around $60 per barista). Employees are eligible for a raise after 90 days and a good review.

After 6 months of employment, individuals who work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for monthly profitshare bonuses.

After 1 year of employment, employees are eligible for paid time off, a pay raise, and their choice of a fully paid ski pass OR $50/paycheck towards healthcare costs.

Additional perks of the job:

• Free drip coffee and tea plus 1 free shift drink per shift
• 40% discount on café items and store merchandise
• Access to emergency funds (rent assistance, medical bills, food assistance, etc.) through BINC (Bookstore Industry Charitable Foundation)
• Advance reader copies of upcoming books
• Access to book-industry networks, conferences, exclusive virtual and in-person events, and book-industry related educational opportunities
• 1 month advance notice of schedule

At Off the Beaten Path, we know that our employees are what makes our store special. But you don't have to take our word for it - stop by and see for yourself!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Experience:

• Retail sales: 1 year (Required)
• Barista: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18