Thrift Store Associate
About The Position
The Salvation Army Brainerd Thrift Store provides an enjoyable shopping experience with great deals on a variety of goods. Revenue from the store directly supports the local community by funding Salvation Army Brainerd Corps programs and services. The Brainerd Corps is committed to “Doing the Most Good” by offering holistic, person-centered support to individuals and families. In addition to worship services and pastoral care, the Corps provides short- and long-term case management, food and clothing assistance, utility and rent support, housing resources, and connections to community organizations. The Thrift Store Associate plays a key role in creating a positive experience for both customers and donors. This position is responsible for processing donated goods, stocking merchandise, assisting customers with shopping, and ensuring efficient checkout operations.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Basic math skills required.
- Must pass background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Customer services and/or retail experience preferred.
- Previous experience handling cash a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide a welcoming and positive shopping and donation experience for customers and donors.
- Operate the cash register accurately, efficiently, and quickly.
- Sort, clean, process, hang, and organize merchandise.
- Stock and maintain sales floor merchandise to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
- Accept and process donations, assist donors with unloading items, and issue receipts.
- Perform light cleaning to maintain a tidy and organized store environment.
- Assist customers with loading purchases as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
