Customer-Focused Convenience Store Associate (Flexible Hours)

NEW Cooperative, Inc; Lacona (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a customer service-oriented team member to assist in daily convenience store operations in Lacona, Iowa. The role covers cashier duties, basic kitchen prep, and regular store maintenance to ensure a clean, welcoming environment for customers.

Responsibilities include handling payments, providing product information, stocking, and supporting opening/closing procedures, with emphasis on safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must interact and communicate effectively with customers to provide high levels of service.
• Professional appearance required.
• Ability to count cash and make change accurately.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends.
• Basic computer skills for register and inventory tasks.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality customer service that sets this store apart from competitors.
• Interact with customers to optimize their experience.
• Maintain basic knowledge of all products, including lottery tickets, to assist customers when they have a question.
• Perform opening and closing routines at the beginning and end of each day.
• Assist the store manager in placing store items, keeping adequate stock, reordering items when necessary, and additional duties as requested.
• Process payments and operate the cash register software.
• Count the cash in the register and safe each shift.
• Get donuts, coffee, pizza, and other morning items ready for purchase by the time the store opens each morning.
• Maintain an appearance in demeanor, hygiene, and dress that brings pride to the store and projects a professional image.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Interpersonal skills

Flexible hours

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Kitchen knowledge

Professional appearance

Job description

NEW Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a customer service-oriented team member to assist in daily convenience store operations in Lacona, Iowa. The role covers cashier duties, basic kitchen prep, and regular store maintenance to ensure a clean, welcoming environment for customers.

Responsibilities include handling payments, providing product information, stocking, and supporting opening/closing procedures, with emphasis on safety and professionalism.