Merchandise Seller | Part-Time | Palm Springs Plaza Theatre

Oakview Group•Palm Springs, CA

75d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary The Merchandise Seller is responsible for assisting guests with merchandise purchases in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. The Merchandise seller will sell Palm Springs Plaza Theatre merchandise, and/or event-specific merchandise when applicable. The person in this role should be organized, efficient, and welcoming. Our goal is to prepare this one-of-a-kind community facility for its "Next Act" by replacing or restoring most systems, installing new seats, sound, and lighting, adapting the structure to meet current ADA requirements, and providing the theatre with modern facilities needed to provide Palm Springs and the Valley with a venue accessible and affordable for everyone. Exciting new developments include: SAVE, RESTORE, REOPEN When we began this project, our 'slogan' was "Help Save the Plaza Theatre" but now that the restoration is in progress, we're focusing on the finish line, and are now saying "Help REOPEN the Plaza Theatre." The restoration project is well underway. Woodcliff Construction of Los Angeles has been working on comprehensive renovation of the historic building since March, 2024. The restoration work will take approximately one year to complete, allowing the Plaza Theatre to open in late 2025. The Palm Springs Plaza Theatre will once again become a major economic driver for the City, generating millions in economic activity by bringing hundreds of visitors and locals per week to the downtown to see quality entertainment. The Foundation has partnered with Oak View Group to bring diverse high-quality programming. When restored, the Plaza Theatre will be the only place available for the entire community to come together and utilize it as an affordable community venue showcasing diverse programming for all people, local youth organizations, promoting multicultural programming in film, music, live theater, education, comedy, and entertainment for all.

Requirements

Previous experience in hospitality and/or events preferred
Previous cash-handling or sales/retail experience preferred
Works well under pressure in a loud and fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to use computer and other technology including the designated POS system
Effective communication
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work flexible hours, including daytime, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Help setup/tear down merchandise stand
Maintain accurate counts when selling merchandise and processing sales
Use the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately
Securely and safely store merchandise when not in use
Demonstrate excellent guest service, acting in a friendly and courteous manner with both internal and external guests
Effectively balance friendliness with efficiency, getting guests through lines quickly