Gift Shop Coordinator

Dunwoody Village • Newtown Square, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Gift Shop Coordinator oversees the daily operations of a small retail shop within Dunwoody Village, a premier continuing care retirement community located in Newtown Square, PA. This role focuses on providing a welcoming shopping experience for residents, staff, and visitors while managing inventory, sales, and merchandising. The coordinator ensures the shop meets the needs and preferences of an older adult population and contributes positively to the community atmosphere.

Requirements

• Previous retail or customer service experience
• Strong interpersonal skills, with sensitivity to the needs of older adults
• Basic math and cash-handling skills
• Ability to manage inventory and maintain organized records
• Dependable, patient, and service-oriented attitude
• Ability to stand for periods and perform light lifting

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with seniors or in a healthcare/community setting
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems
• Creative merchandising skills

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day gift shop operations, including opening/closing procedures
• Provide friendly, patient, and attentive customer service to residents and visitors
• Select, order, and maintain inventory tailored to resident interests (e.g., snacks, personal items, gifts, seasonal products)
• Monitor stock levels and manage vendor relationships and purchasing
• Handle sales transactions, cash register operations, and basic bookkeeping
• Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing displays
• Recruit and train volunteers or part-time staff (if applicable)
• Plan seasonal promotions and special events to engage residents
• Ensure compliance with community policies and safety standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed