Bookseller - Help Readers Find Their Next Great Read

Barnes & Noble, Inc.; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Health Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Barnes & Noble, Inc. in Blue Springs, MO is seeking a Bookseller to welcome customers, connect readers with titles, and keep displays neat. You will unpack deliveries, shelve products, and run the register with friendly, professional service.

The role emphasizes good attendance, flexibility for varied hours, and teamwork. You will grow knowledge across fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books while supporting store operations and occasional café tasks.

Qualifications

• Be punctual and reliable for scheduled shifts.
• Flexibility to fill scheduling gaps as the store needs arise.
• Positive, friendly attitude and willingness to help customers.
• Team player who supports colleagues and maintains store standards.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers with a cheerful, helpful greeting and guide book selections.
• Unpack deliveries, shelve items, and keep displays tidy and attractive.
• Operate the register quickly and professionally for customer purchases.
• Assist with inventory, backstock, and merchandising across sections.
• Support the café team when needed and follow loss prevention procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

Merchandising

Cash handling

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Barnes & Noble, Inc. in Blue Springs, MO is seeking a Bookseller to welcome customers, connect readers with titles, and keep displays neat. You will unpack deliveries, shelve products, and run the register with friendly, professional service.

The role emphasizes good attendance, flexibility for varied hours, and teamwork. You will grow knowledge across fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books while supporting store operations and occasional café tasks.