Kettle Worker

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory • Toms River, NJ

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About The Position

The Kettle Worker/Bell Ringer assists The Salvation Army with its Red Kettle Campaign, which raises money to help people in need throughout the year. The role involves ringing a bell and greeting customers at an assigned location while maintaining the kettle’s security and following campaign procedures. The position may also include other duties within its scope as assigned by supervisors. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Requirements

• Be trustworthy and dependable.
• Be able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Be outgoing, friendly, and enthusiastic about raising donations.
• Have strong people skills.
• Maintain a neat appearance and wear layered clothing for warmth.
• Be able to stand for extended periods in outside weather conditions.
• Be willing to submit to a criminal background check.
• Understand and support The Salvation Army’s mission as a church and social services organization.

Nice To Haves

• Retail and customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Ring a bell to collect donations for The Salvation Army.
• Smile and greet customers entering and exiting the location in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Stand where customers can see you and establish eye contact without blocking the store doorway or getting in customers’ way.
• Keep the kettle attended at all times and remain within arm’s distance of it.
• Keep the kettle at its assigned location.
• Do not handle donations; ask customers to place donations directly into the kettle.
• Contact the Corps Officer or identified supervisor to request a replacement kettle when the kettle becomes full.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the role as assigned by supervisors.

What This Job Offers

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