Thrift Store Clerk (Canada Summer Job s)

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Bowmanville, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Thrift Store Clerk provides service to customers, sorts incoming product, and assists in the ongoing retail operations of The Salvation Army Bowmanville Thrift Store. This is a temporary full-time position funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program, requiring applicants to meet specific eligibility criteria including age and legal status.

Requirements

Completion of Grade 9.
A minimum of three (3) months of prior related experience.
Cash handling experience is required.
Basic math skills required.
Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Applicants must meet Canada Summer Jobs program eligibility requirements, including age and legal status criteria.
Individuals who required employer-specific work authorization (e.g., international students on study permits) are not eligible under this program.
Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience using a cash register, debit machine and/or credit card processing is a definite asset.
Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
Self-motivated/disciplined.
Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Protect the integrity of all donated items.
Process raw materials by loading/unloading, sorting, packing, storing, loading and baling donations.
Interact with customers/donors in a positive, friendly and courteous manner.
Contribute to meeting store sales targets; provide efficient courteous customer service; use tact and courtesy when dealing with difficult donors/customers.
Possess knowledge of stock prices and featured sale products in order to respond to customer enquiries.
Assist donors with their donations, unload donations, and place stock in appropriate warehouse locations.
Select donations for store distribution meeting established standards of quality and distinguishing between discarded/recycled and good quality merchandise according to company standards; ensure that all products are priced correctly as per store policy.
Replenish inventory levels, i.e. hang clothing and restocking of merchandise as directed.
Pay attention to store security, by monitoring activity within the store.
Categorize and box seasonal clothing, housewares, shoes etc. for storing.
Abide by store policy and procedures.
Work with volunteers as assigned.
Inform your supervisor of all customer complaints, comments and concerns regarding customer service, prices, merchandise, etc.
Contribute to the safety of staff and customers (e.g., snow removal, clear fire exits, cleans spillage).
Maintain an attractive organized appearance of the store, tidy up and restock shelves, clean, sweep, dust, and mop as necessary.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties.