Retail Sales Associate

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Valparaiso•Valparaiso, IN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

At The Spice & Tea Exchange of Valparaiso, we’re a small, community-focused shop where hospitality comes first. Our guests arrive curious and engaged, and they leave feeling cared for, inspired, and confident in their choices. As a Part-Time Sales Associate, you play a key role in creating that experience. Above all, this is a sales-focused role centered on guest experience and connection. We create and share the experience every day! Life is better lived with a little spice. The Spice & Tea Exchange ® was founded in 2008, by a group of talented individuals with a passion for life and food. What started as a small shop St. Augustine, Florida, has quickly grown into a nation-wide franchise powered by flavor, passionate franchise owners, and a desire to bring flavorful ingredients to your kitchen. Our franchise owners are the #1 REASON for what we do, and our team is a close-knit family you’d enjoy sitting with around the dinner table. "Creating & sharing the experience of a more flavorful life," is the mission and cornerstone of our business, in which we strive to provide guests with quality products and flavorful memories. We offer a high-quality, diverse assortment of products in a sensory shopping experience. One step into our shops will kick your senses into high-gear as you open the jars and smell, explore recipes, and speak with our knowledgeable staff about your culinary interests. At The Spice & Tea Exchange we are committed to our mission. If you have a desire to inspire coworkers and customers, we may have a place for you at the table!

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role preferred
Warm, friendly, and professional with a customer-first mindset
Confident communicating and engaging one-on-one with guests
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and pride in their work
Dependable, proactive, and self-motivated
Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
Available for consistent weekend shifts and some weekday hours

Responsibilities

Welcome every guest with warmth, professionalism, and genuine care
Engage customers by asking thoughtful questions and offering personalized recommendations
Share product knowledge and help guests discover new flavors and uses
Prepare and serve teas for sampling and guest enjoyment
Maintain a clean, organized, and visually inviting store environment
Restock shelves and keep displays tidy and well-maintained
Support daily small-business operations to keep the shop guest-ready
Process transactions accurately and confidently at the register