Cashier, Part Time Flex, Mill Valley - West Elm

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Mill Valley (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount

401(k) plan

Wellness program

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team in a vibrant retail environment. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service and creating lasting relationships with clients. You will engage customers, manage transactions, and ensure a positive shopping experience while maintaining store standards. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic setting, possess strong sales skills, and be passionate about enhancing customer satisfaction. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive pay and a range of benefits that support your well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a customer service role.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with personalized service and maintain store energy.
• Perform accurate register transactions and manage customer expectations.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Ability to operate POS system

Ability to lift and mobilize items

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS System

Job description

About the Team

Our mission is to enhance the quality of our customers’ lives at home. We put the customer at the center of everything we do, every day. Our corporate values that guide our actions and decisions are our People First culture, customers, quality, shareholders, integrity, and corporate responsibility.

Responsibilities

1. Consistently keep the store energy lively & upbeat for customers & your teammates.
2. Engage multiple clients at the cash wrap & create a positive, lasting impression by offering personalized service.
3. Accurately & efficiently perform register/POS transactions, sales, returns, exchanges, etc.
4. Ensure accurate ringing & pricing of merchandise, use appropriate price overrides when necessary to charge the correct, current price of SKUs.
5. Manage all aspects of a customer’s expectations, clearly communicating product information, care, maintenance, timeframes & delivery.
6. Affirm the client’s purchase & offer additional merchandise suggestions to complement & complete initial selections.
7. Ensure client is aware of all promotions that may impact sales.
8. Share information & testimonials about product, in-store events & workshops that will enhance the customer experience.
9. Maintain visual standards & supplies of the cash wrap area.
10. Maximize all of the resources available to get the customer what they want & resolve any issues.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by management – comply with all Company policies and procedures.
12. Foster an environment where all associates are treated fairly & with dignity & respect, in accordance with our People-First Philosophy.

Criteria

1. Love to close a sale & can articulate a proven ability to exceed goals.
2. Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment & are constantly looking for ways to think outside-the-box.
3. Passionate about creating lasting relationships with customers by capturing contacts, re-connecting & promoting all of the inspiration, events & services Williams-Sonoma has to offer including the Williams-Sonoma Credit Card & product launches.
4. Know what questions to ask your customers in order to understand their personal style & needs.
5. Succeed in a team environment, while able to work independently & manage your own.
6. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
7. 1-2 years of experience in a customer service role.
8. Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
9. Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time.
10. Ability to operate POS system.
11. Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques.
12. Full-time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business. Part-Time Flex associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and two during the week (Monday to Thursday). For an associate to be scheduled 20 hours or more weekly, greater availability (beyond the minimum required above) that meets the needs of the business will be required. Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday).

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to operate POS system.
3. Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 pounds, while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques.

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored and appreciated.

Benefits Just for You

This role offers a competitive compensation package including pay and benefits. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. The anticipated pay range for this role will be: $16.00-$17.00 per hour.

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

1. A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands.
2. A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
3. A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health.
4. Paid vacations and holidays (full-time).
5. Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time).

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

San Francisco Locations:

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.