Customer‑Focused Retail Associate | Service & Merchandising

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking a friendly Retail Associate to support daily store operations. You will enhance the customer experience by greeting shoppers, assisting on the floor, stocking merchandise, and keeping displays polished.

The role requires strong teamwork, the ability to handle transactions accurately, and a commitment to safety and cleanliness. Evening and weekend availability is often needed; a background check will be completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; combination of education and work experience considered.
• No previous experience required.
• Candidate must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and engage with shoppers on the floor.
• Greet customers, make eye contact, and thank them at checkout.
• Assist customers on the sales floor and help with stocking and merchandising.
• Process transactions quickly and accurately within cash-handling guidelines.
• Maintain clean, neat, and organized sales floors and displays.
• Support with rotating stock and replenishment as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Visual merchandising

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking a friendly Retail Associate to support daily store operations. You will enhance the customer experience by greeting shoppers, assisting on the floor, stocking merchandise, and keeping displays polished.

The role requires strong teamwork, the ability to handle transactions accurately, and a commitment to safety and cleanliness. Evening and weekend availability is often needed; a background check will be completed.