Sales Interpreter - Raleigh Tavern Bakery
About The Position
The Sales Associate at the Raleigh Tavern Bakery greets guests and helps them select and purchase merchandise, baked goods, food, and beverages. The bakery is located in the Historic Area behind Raleigh Tavern and offers freshly made products based on 18th-century recipes, along with indoor seating and an outdoor courtyard. The role also interprets the history of 18th-century Williamsburg and the Virginia colony at Historic Area Stores. The position involves cashiering, restocking, maintaining sanitary standards while handling and packaging food products, and participating in on-the-job and selling-skills training. Work outdoors may be required in all weather conditions. This is a non-exempt position eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act; overtime may be required during peak periods when directed and approved by a supervisor.
Requirements
- Three to six months of public-contact and/or sales experience.
- Ability to assist the public pleasantly and courteously, generally gained through completion of a high school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of Colonial Williamsburg and 18th-century history.
- Ability to research and document interpretive information.
- Ability to contribute to a team effort.
- Ability to operate equipment critical to the operation.
- Ability to handle money accurately.
- Good arithmetic skills.
- Ability to transport up to 100 pounds, stand for long periods, lift, bend, stoop, and use stairs extensively.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers courteously and provide information about the purpose and use of products.
- Promote and sell merchandise by assisting customers with selections.
- Perform cashiering duties.
- Replenish products and check in stock.
- Interpret the history of 18th-century Williamsburg and the colony of Virginia at Historic Area Stores.
- Participate in on-the-job and selling-skills training programs.
- Work outdoors as required in all weather conditions.
- Maintain sanitary standards with food and bag and package products for sale.
- Maintain an upbeat, positive, and enthusiastic attitude.
- Treat guests, coworkers, and management respectfully and work cooperatively.
- Report to work as scheduled and on time, follow uniform and appearance policies, and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
Benefits
- Eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
