Guest Services Associate- CHQ Premium Apparel (The Chautauqua Store)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua Institution • Chautauqua, NY

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Chautauqua Store is a seasonal business operating between Memorial Day and Labor Day, located in the Hultquist Center. This role involves greeting patrons, assisting with merchandise, providing information about the Chautauqua Institution, operating a POS system, and maintaining a clean and organized retail environment. The position offers flexible scheduling and is ideal for individuals seeking seasonal employment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience and qualifications may lead to higher compensation.
• Ability to use a computer for inventory management software and web-based book databases.
• Experience operating a cash register and/or POS system.
• Knowledgeable about department policies regarding payment, exchanges, and security practices.
• Ability to perform light housekeeping duties.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• One shift per weekend is required.
• Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in retail or customer service.
• Familiarity with the Chautauqua Institution and its programming.

Responsibilities

• Greet patrons, determine their needs, and answer questions about merchandise.
• Describe merchandise and explain its use, operation, and care to patrons and/or other associates.
• Recommend and help locate or obtain merchandise.
• Provide general information about the Chautauqua Institution.
• Use a computer to provide information on product availability using inventory management software and web-based book databases.
• Operate a cash register and/or POS system to compute sale prices, total purchases, process cash or credit payments, and provide customers with proper sales receipts and change.
• Ensure accurate records of sales transactions and/or refunds in accordance with department policies.
• Be knowledgeable about department policies regarding payment, exchanges, and security practices.
• Assist in creating a safe, pleasant, and convenient retail environment.
• Set up displays or arrange merchandise on counters, tables, or racks to promote sales.
• Keep the retail area clean and free of debris by performing light housekeeping duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensation starts at $16.00/Hour and can go up to $17.00/Hour.
• Referral Bonus Program: $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 30 days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season (last Sunday in August) for seasonal positions.
• Flexible schedules, full and part-time options.
• Traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, providing access to many programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees