What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Sales Associate position at Vintage Candy Shop?
Vintage Candy Shop
Retail Sales Associate
We are seeking an upbeat, dependable retail sales associate to join our team. You will directly assist customers, process transactions, and help keep the shop clean and orderly. You will be performing a variety of duties that can shift from day to day depending on the needs of the shop. You will play a vital role in making each person’s visit to the shop a great experience. Top-notch customer service skills are a must, as is the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be a positive team player.
Schedule: Part-time. Hours and days vary.
Requirements and Responsibilities:
- Welcome and greet customers as they enter the store
- Offer help and provide direct assistance to customers
- Answer customer questions and concerns
- Attend to unique and individual shopping needs of each customer
- Comfortable standing for long periods of time; can lift up to 10 pounds
- Maintain a clean and tidy work and retail space
- Be enthusiastic and informative about all products
- Help create a positive environment for customers to shop
- Report anything unusual to management
- Take direction from and report to manager on duty
- Maintain positive demeanor when interacting with team members and customers
- Work with fellow team members to keep the sales floor area clean and organized
- Willingness to learn and complete new tasks and to go the extra mile as part of the team
Skills and Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills
- Extremely personable, positive, and approachable
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Team player with ability to work in a fast-paced environment, cheerful working attitude
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
- Handle cash with accuracy
- Familiarity with POS systems and previous retail or hospitality experience a plus
- Able to work various shifts, including weekends
- Food service certification a plus
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 6 – 10 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Application Question(s):
- Why do you want to work in the candy shop?
Work Location: In person