Retail Associate at the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum

Historic Tours of America • Boston, MA

4d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Associate is to sell our product with pride and communicate information accurately and with enthusiasm. Courtesy and hospitality should be extended in full measure to every guest to enrich the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum® (BTPSM) experience while keeping to company’s mission to be The Nation’s Storyteller ®. Entertain and educate our guests by bringing to life the historic night of the Boston Tea Party of 1773! Become a CASTmember of the Nations Storyteller ®

Requirements

• Have demonstrable sales skills
• Have excellent math and sales skills
• Ability to work with money, credit cards and cash receipts.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, evening, weekends and holidays
• Must pass pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing.

Nice To Haves

• Retail experience is a plus.
• 1-2 years retail experience preferred
• Have a passion for helping people and making their Boston experience a memorable one.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and make them feel welcome; offer to assist them.
• Be knowledgeable of our products and pricing.
• Use sales techniques to drive sales to meet daily goals.
• Verify and balance cash drawer.
• Accurately produce reports and other departmental documents as assigned.
• Receive and price and stock merchandise using store procedures and standards.
• Keep the store (floors, fixtures) and the merchandise clean and organized.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and paid training: $17 per hour
• All FT Employees are eligible for paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
• Paid sick time
• 401K plan with company matching
• Flexible schedules, including a combination of weekdays and weekends are available
• Fun, upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year
• First Stop Health - 24 hr. Access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and dependents (Employer pays 100%)
• Discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees