SEASONAL Sales Associate

Little Green Apple Hallmark•Lexington, KY

About The Position

The Seasonal Summer Sales Associate provides exemplary selling and customer service to improve store productivity and profitability. The role focuses on sales, service, and relationship-building by proactively helping customers with product recommendations and solutions and modeling best-practice retail execution. Associates also support inventory management, product sets, stocking, housekeeping, and stockroom duties, and work closely with the corporate store team. The position reports directly to the Store Manager or, if applicable, the Assistant Store Manager. This is an hourly, non-exempt seasonal position for the Summer season, running from May 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026. It typically involves six to 20 hours per week and will not exceed an average of 28 hours per week. Employment ends at the conclusion of the season. Employees whose season ends in good standing may be eligible for rehire for a future Summer season or other seasonal or regular employment.

Requirements

If under 18, be able to meet applicable work permit requirements.
Be able to work a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including events, holidays, evenings, and weekends.
Provide proof of eligibility to work legally in the United States.
Have strong customer-focused engagement and consultative selling skills.
Communicate effectively with customers and employees.
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, flexibility, and willingness to adapt to change.
Be able to receive feedback and take action when appropriate.
Be comfortable and proficient using a computer and other technology.
Have a desire and ability to learn the business.
Meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, climbing, and other duties described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years of previous experience in specialty retail, sales, or customer service.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a warm, inviting, easy-to-navigate shopping environment.
Build and share expertise on products, promotions, services, and brand rewards programs, tailoring assistance to shoppers’ needs and occasions.
Help customers find cards and gifts suited to their needs.
Share stories and communities of caring to reinforce the cycle of kindness.
Handle store operations, including replenishing and merchandising products, ringing sales, processing shipments, managing inventory, fulfilling Hallmark.com orders, and making curbside deliveries.
Deliver an exceptional shopping experience that encourages customers to return.
Work as a team to help meet store sales goals and ensure customers find the products they need and may also enjoy.
Uphold company policies and practices.
Perform housekeeping throughout the store, including the backroom, front of store, and bathroom.
Complete other duties or special projects as assigned.