Thrift Store Associate

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Albert Lea, MN

8d•$11 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Albert Lea 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 Albert Lea Corps programs and services. The Albert Lea 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.
Must pass background checks.

Nice To Haves

Customer services and/or retail experience preferred.
Basic math skills required and previous experience handling cash a plus.

Responsibilities

Customer Service: Provide a welcoming and positive shopping and donation experience for customers and donors.
Cash Handling: Operate the cash register accurately, efficiently, and quickly.
Merchandise Processing: Sort, clean, process, hang, and organize merchandise.
Stocking & Sales Support: Stock and maintain sales floor merchandise to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
Donation Processing: Accept and process donations, assist donors with unloading items, and issue receipts.
Store Maintenance: Perform light cleaning to maintain a tidy and organized store environment.
Customer Assistance: Assist customers with loading purchases as needed.

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