Seasonal Holiday Sales Associate- The Mall at Short Hills

Cherry Hill Programs • Millburn, NJ

3d

About The Position

As a Sales Associate/Photographer, you will help create excellent experiences on Santa photo sets by welcoming families, engaging with children, and capturing holiday moments. You will provide warm, energetic guest service and support a smooth photo experience from start to finish. The position includes taking photos and providing souvenirs, operating a point-of-sale system and photography equipment, and helping maintain a safe, clean, and effective operation. Photography experience is not required. The role is seasonal and requires availability for at least 20 hours per week or as needed, including peak retail periods such as evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Be able to lift and carry equipment weighing 10–25 pounds and stand for prolonged periods.
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic, and be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be comfortable greeting and working with families and children.
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be able to process sales transactions and handle cash comfortably.
• Wear professional attire and maintain good hygiene.
• Be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week or as needed.
• Be flexible to work peak retail hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail, service industry, or cashier experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Take photos and provide guests with memorable souvenirs.
• Provide excellent guest service throughout the Santa photo set experience, helping every family feel welcomed and cared for.
• Work as part of a team to ensure photo operations run smoothly and effectively.
• Engage in a friendly, patient, and festive manner with children, families, guests, staff, and coworkers.
• Operate the POS system and photography equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.
• Attend training meetings and complete required courses.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Same-day pay options for early access to paychecks.
• Employee Referral Program.
• One free Santa visit for friends and family, including 10 photo prints and 10 free holiday cards from Shutterfly.
• A personalized digital message from Santa, powered by Portable North Pole.
• Three free months of access to Pixie Post, a digital greeting card platform.
• Opportunities to return for future holiday seasons and explore growth opportunities in the souvenir photography division, where available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed