Campus Retail Associate (Temporary)

Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Employee discount

Paid sick time

401k eligibility

Commuter Benefits

Daily Pay earned wage access

Job summary

Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. is hiring for a Campus Retail Associate in Asheville, NC. This position focuses on providing exceptional customer service while assisting in various retail operations. You will engage with customers, handle sales transactions, and ensure the store is well-organized and inviting.

Applicants should be at least 16 years old, confident in customer interactions, and ready to work flexibly throughout the academic year. The role offers numerous perks, including daily pay access and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years required.
• Confident in engaging customers to deliver a great experience.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing sales transactions using various payment methods.
• Provide a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers.
• Support store operations by efficiently using equipment and cash register.
• Maintain store cleanliness by organizing products and space.
• Availability for weekly shifts for temporary roles.

Skills

Customer engagement

Basic math skills

Data entry skills

Teamwork ability

Job description

Introduction

Our campus stores serve as a vibrant hub of college life and learning. We believe in creating retail and learning experiences that engage students, support faculty, and build alumni loyalty. Together, our teams and stores work to elevate lives through education.

Overview

As a Campus Retail Associate, you will provide superior customer service to our customers and support store leaders in all facets of retail operations to ensure the store is operating at optimal performance.

Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Sick time accrual from date of hire
• Generous employee discount – including course materials & textbooks
• Management Development Program Opportunities
• The opportunity to add valuable, transferrable experience and skills to your resume

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing sales transactions involving cash, credit, or financial aid payments.
• Provide a friendly atmosphere by greeting customers and focusing on their positive experience throughout their visit.
• Take initiative to support store operations including operating equipment and cash register while ensuring speed of service and accurate transactions.
• Keep the store looking fresh by shelving, arranging, cleaning, and organizing products or space within the store.
• Temporary positions require availability to work on a weekly basis for a period of 90 days or less with occasional weekends, and flexibility in scheduling for opening, midday, or closing shifts.
• Routine housekeeping including, for example, dusting, mopping, window cleaning, vacuuming, trash removal.

Physical Demands

• Frequent movement within the store to access various departments, areas, and/or products.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting.
• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.

Benefits

• Get paid sooner! Daily Pay earned wage access is available to all store employees
• Employee Discount
• Paid sick time (accrued based on time worked)
• Eligibility to participate in a 401k (after the completion of 1000 hours worked in a 12 month period)
• Commuter Benefits

COVID-19 Considerations

Our stores comply with all applicable federal, state and local requirements and/or recommendations regarding social distancing and sanitizing. In accordance with individual campus requirements, positions may require confirmation of vaccination. The use of face masks throughout the day and while on campus may also be expected or required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age to be considered for employment.
• Confident and comfortable engaging customers to deliver an elevated experience.
• An outstanding attitude with the willingness to learn and the capability to excel in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Basic math, keyboarding, and data entry skills.
• Flexible availability throughout the academic year including peak periods.

EEO Statement

Barnes & Noble College is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affringative Action Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.