Merchandise- Part Time, Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort

Disney Vacation Club

Jan. 02, 2025

Job Summary:

Do you love the feeling of being in a store? Does helping people come naturally to you? Are you the type who likes to keep things neat and tidy? If you’re nodding your head, then working part-time in Merchandise at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort might be the ideal job for you. Imagine a place that sells everything from milk to Minnie Mouse ears, from sandwiches to sunscreen, from jelly beans to jewelry: Our Broad Creek Mercantile Shop is like an old-fashioned general store, with a wide assortment of things guests need combined with the Disney and Hilton Head-themed items guests want. You would be part of a team that does it all, from operating the cash register to stocking shelves, to light cleaning and most important, to interacting with our guests. Since the store is open seven days a week, candidates must be available days, evenings and weekends, and must be comfortable selling alcoholic beverages.

Responsibilities:

It goes without saying that job duties will include operating the point-of-sale system (cash register), handling cash, light cleaning and keeping shelves fully – and neatly – stocked with merchandise, but one of the most important parts of the job is offering the “Disney difference.” We call it “Merchantainment,” which means that along with providing a thoughtful assortment of items to buy, our Cast Members are also fully trained to provide information about all aspects of the resort to ensure that our guests have the absolute best vacation experience possible. It takes a special kind of person to do this well, so a friendly demeanor, positive attitude and the sincere desire to be helpful is a key part of the job.

Basic Qualifications:

Here is what you will need to be successful in the job:

• You must be at least 18 years old
• Prolonged standing for up to three hours at a time and some heavy lifting may be required
• This is a part-time position that requires you to be fully available a minimum of three days per week, including one weekend day. You will also be required to be fully available on national/state holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

It would be helpful if you also had:

• Ability to speak a language other than English
• Previous cashier experience
• Previous retail or related sales industry experience

Additional Information:

Our hourly part-time cast members enjoy a broad and very valuable range of benefits for being part of the Disney family! If you join the team, you can expect to receive:

• Disney Aspire – an education program that covers 100% of tuition at network schools
• Discounted meals during work shifts
• Discounts at Hilton Head Island eateries such as New York City Pizza, Giuseppe’s, and Scott’s Fish Market
• Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment
• Discounts on merchandise at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and at Walt Disney World Resort