Retail Store Key Holder - Threads of Hope
About The Position
Threads of Hope Thrift Store in Sanford is seeking a reliable and motivated Thrift Store Key Holder to join our team. We resell donated items at deep discounts to fund programs of Catholic Charities Maine. This part-time role is an excellent opportunity to build upon retail supervisory experience while supporting a mission-driven organization. The Thrift Store Key Holder opens and/or closes the retail store and registers. They stock and verify cash amounts in registers. They are responsible for effective performance of the shift & ensure duties are completed. They play an important role in store operations including friendly customer service to customers and donors alike, merchandise sorting & pricing, and maintaining the cycle of accepting, sorting & reselling donated items.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required and basic math knowledge/skills.
- At least one (1) year of retail supervisory experience or comparable skills
- Extremely reliable, honest, ethical, integrity, and sense of responsibility
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Sound judgment and professional demeanor
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds
- Frequent bending, reaching, and grasping
- Comfortable using rolling racks and standard retail equipment
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience of responsible cash-handling & thrift store experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Open and/or close the store at the beginning and/or end of the business day.
- Welcome and assist customers and donors with dignity and respect.
- Inform customers of promotions & sales and the agency mission & programs.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Assist the Thrift Store Manager & Assistant Manager to maintain operational standards, enforce policies, implement promotional & merchandising strategies.
- Support and work cooperatively with volunteers.
- Operate the register and responsibly handle cash transactions
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming store environment
- Work independently while supporting overall store operations
Benefits
- Supportive and mission-driven team environment
- Generous earned time (vacation, sick, and personal use)
- Up to six (6) paid agency holidays
- 401(k) with agency contribution
- 10% discounted childcare at CCM Childcare Centers (Cape Elizabeth & Biddeford)
- 20% employee discount at Threads of Hope Thrift Stores
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
