Experienced Part Time/Casual Customer Service & Sales Assistant – arenaflex Retail Services
Are you a people person with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are ever the same? If so, we want to hear from you! arenaflex Retail Services is seeking an experienced Part Time/Casual Customer Service & Sales Assistant to join our team. As a key member of our retail team, you will be responsible for providing top-notch customer service, driving sales, and maintaining a visually appealing store environment.
About arenaflex Retail Services
arenaflex Retail Services is a leading provider of retail solutions, serving students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors at Cornell University. Our dynamic team is dedicated to delivering legendary customer service, providing a rewarding work experience, and producing excellent financial results. As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where no two days are ever the same.
About the Role
As a Part Time/Casual Customer Service & Sales Assistant, you will be responsible for:
- Providing exceptional customer service, greeting and welcoming customers, and demonstrating active selling techniques to drive sales
- Maintaining a visually appealing store environment, including setting up seasonal promotions and visual displays
- Operating cash registers, assisting customers with check-out, and executing cash handling procedures
- Supporting inventory and order fulfillment, including receiving and processing incoming merchandise and assisting with special orders and store-to-store shipping requests
- Providing customer care support, including responding to customer inquiries and assisting with digital and in-store shopping experiences
Key Responsibilities:
* Greet and welcome customers into the department, providing a positive and engaging customer experience
- Work successfully as part of a team, demonstrating excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
- Be dependable in attendance and punctuality, as well as flexible in your schedule based on business needs
- Demonstrate excellent computer/systems competency, including operating cash registers and processing transactions
- Maintain a visually appealing store environment, including setting up seasonal promotions and visual displays
- Provide customer care support, including responding to customer inquiries and assisting with digital and in-store shopping experiences
Qualifications:
* Pleasant personality, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for working with the public
- Moderate computer/systems competency, including operating cash registers and processing transactions
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to occasionally climb ladders and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as needed
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Prior retail sales experience is helpful but not required
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary, starting at $16.25/hour
- Flexible scheduling, including variable hours based on availability, business needs, and work performance
- Opportunities for career growth and development in a dynamic and innovative environment
- A supportive and inclusive team environment, with a focus on diversity and inclusion
- A comprehensive benefits package, including employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, and flexible work options
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and customer-focused individual with a passion for retail, we encourage you to apply today! Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you!
About arenaflex
arenaflex is a leading provider of retail solutions, serving students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors at Cornell University. Our dynamic team is dedicated to delivering legendary customer service, providing a rewarding work experience, and producing excellent financial results. As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where no two days are ever the same.
About Cornell University
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
arenaflex is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or experience. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
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EEO Statement:
arenaflex is a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Apply for this job