Pet Specialist

Lunds & Byerlys•Saint Louis Park, MN

1d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Lunds & Byerlys St. Louis Park is hiring a part-time Pet Specialist to create a welcoming and memorable shopping experience for customers. The position pays $16.00–$18.50 per hour, with shifts scheduled within a range of 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The store operates seven days a week, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Pet Specialist provides courteous customer service and helps ensure the department is well merchandised, adequately stocked, and operating efficiently. The role also includes analyzing financial reports, supervising and developing staff, maintaining sanitation and safety, and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. Lunds & Byerlys is a family-owned grocery retailer with more than 80 years of history, emphasizing quality, value, service, and a personal customer experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in the pet supply industry and/or interest in pet products and animal care.
Service-oriented, with high energy and a friendly demeanor.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Computer skills, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Team player who assists where needed.
Respectful and empathetic toward customers and team members.
Innovative in implementing forward-thinking retail solutions.
Hospitable and able to provide a friendly, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

Provide hospitable, courteous, and efficient service to customers.
Ensure merchandising objectives, inventory management, and product availability while minimizing out-of-stocks.
Analyze financial reports to optimize costs, labor, and operational efficiency.
Supervise and mentor staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and coaching.
Maintain department sanitation, safety, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Monitor and enforce operational and service objectives to ensure team effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling.
Paid time off (PTO).
Pay on demand.
Ancillary dental, vision, life insurance, and accidental coverage; availability varies by location.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarships.
10% employee and family discount.
Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities.
Community and volunteer programs.
Employee referral bonus.
Product samplings.
Opportunity to be nominated as a brand champion.