Retail Associate
Responsible to: Manager
Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal
Department: Retail
Job Summary: The Retail Associate is responsible for assisting customers, maintaining the store’s visual standards and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations in the beach shop. This role involves providing excellent customer service, stocking merchandise and processing sales while promoting a fun, relaxed shopping experience for beachgoers. The Retail Associate plays a crucial role in delivering a fun and seamless shopping experience for beach shop customers. Success in this role requires enthusiasm, teamwork and a commitment to excellent service.The Retail Associate is responsible for assisting customers, maintaining the store's visual standards and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations in the beach shop. This role involves providing excellent customer service, stocking merchandise and processing sales while promoting a fun, relaxed shopping experience for beachgoers. The Retail Associate plays a crucial role in delivering a fun and seamless shopping experience for beach shop customers. Success in this role requires enthusiasm, teamwork and a commitment to excellent service.
Key Responsibilities:
Greet customers as they enter the store and offer assistance with finding products.
Provide product recommendations and answer questions about merchandise such as swimwear, beachwear, accessories and souvenirs.
Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
Operate the cash register and handle transactions accurately including cash, credit, and digital payments.
Promote and upsell products including seasonal or promotional items.
Ensure correct pricing is applied and provide receipts to customers.
Organize and replenish displays, shelves and racks to maintain visual appeal.
Restock inventory and ensure items are correctly tagged and priced.
Assist with receiving and unpacking shipments checking for accuracy and quality.
Maintain a clean, organized and welcoming store environment including fitting rooms and checkout areas.
Report any maintenance or safety issues to the manager.
Follow store opening and closing procedures including cleaning tasks.
Stay informed about current promotions, discounts and special events.
Assist with setting up and promoting in-store events or displays.
Work collaboratively with team members to achieve sales goals and provide a positive work environment.
Support colleagues with tasks during busy periods or special events.
Required Qualifications / Skills:
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus but not required.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Basic math skills for handling transactions and inventory counts.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Perform tasks that require bending, reaching, and repetitive motions.
Note: This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time.