Disney Store: Sales Associate (Seasonal)

The Walt Disney Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate: $18/hour

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Disney Stores USA, LLC in New York, NY is seeking a Seasonal Cast Member for a part-time, non-exempt role running from late September to mid‑January. The position focuses on delivering The Best Retail Experience in the World by engaging Guests and ensuring smooth operations on the sales floor.

The role requires flexible scheduling including overnights, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with the potential for select benefits.

Qualifications

• Available to work a flexible schedule that meets business needs including overnights, evenings, holidays, weekends and call-in shifts
• Must be available a minimum of two shifts Monday through Friday and have weekend availability
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and climb a ladder
• Legal right to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Supports Disney Store Mission: Creating Magical Moments for Guests of all Ages
• Engages Guests by asking open-ended questions to assess needs and make suggestions
• Contributes to a high energy, fast-paced environment delivering entertaining experiences
• Assists Guests in finding solutions leveraging Disneystore.com and resources
• Maintains Disney brand standards in Guest engagement, visual and housekeeping
• Performs cash wrap and mobile POS duties with efficiency and care
• Participates in shipment processing and replenishment of the sales floor
• Upholds company policies and safety standards
• Promotes a safe working and shopping environment
• Previous retail/service experience preferred; team player and receptive to feedback
• Maintains professional appearance according to Disney Store grooming guidelines

Skills

Retail experience

Guest service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Disney store and DisneyStore.com are the retail merchandising arms of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, the business segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) and its affiliates that extends The Walt Disney Company's brands to merchandise. Disney store and DisneyStore.com is owned and operated by Disney in North America, Europe, Japan and China. Disney store and DisneyStore.com carry high-quality products and books, including exclusive product lines that support and promote key entertainment initiatives and characters from Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel and National Geographic. DisneyStore.com is the U.S. ecommerce destination for guests of all ages, offering a curated selection of products, global collections and collaborations from Disney and licensees, including trend fashion and accessories, toys, home and collectibles. Disney store and DisneyStore.com offer magical shopping experiences that can only be delivered by Disney, one of the world's largest and most successful entertainment companies. There are currently Disney store locations in North America, Japan, China and Europe, plus online stores www.disneystore.co.uk, www.disneystore.de, www.disneystore.es, www.disneystore.fr, www.disneystore.it, and store.disney.co.jp. For more information, please follow us at: www.facebook.com/DisneyStore, www.instagram.com/DisneyStore and www.twitter.com/DisneyStore

Responsibilities

The Seasonal Cast Member role is a temporary assignment that will begin in late September and conclude in mid-January. A seasonal position does not guarantee an offer of a permanent position with Disney Store. This is a part-time, non exempt position. The Seasonal Cast Member's primary responsibility is to ensure our Guests have "The Best Retail Experience in the World". This is done by engaging and providing Guests with an Entertaining and Magical experience.

• Supports Disney Store Mission, "Creating Magical Moments for Guests of all Ages"
• Connects with Guests by asking open-ended questions to assess Guest needs and make appropriate suggestions
• Contributes to a high energy, fast paced environment that provides Guests with an entertaining, fun and dynamic experience
• Assists Guests in finding solutions that best meet their needs while leveraging all available resources including Disneystore.com
• Consistently treats all Guests and Cast Members with respect and contributes to a positive work environment
• Takes a proactive role in maintaining Disney brand standards in Guest engagement, visual and housekeeping
• Performs cash wrap and mobile POS duties in an efficient and timely manner while maintaining a high level of Guest Service
• Participates in the processing of shipment, replenishment of the sales floor, and additional operational tasks based on the needs of the business
• Upholds all company policies as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures, Employee Policy Manual and Code of Business Conduct
• Promotes and maintains a safe working and shopping environment
• Retail/Service experience preferred and ability to demonstrate strong Guest-focused engagement on and off the sales floor
• Demonstrated success working as a member of a team
• Ability to receive feedback and take action when appropriate
• Must maintain a professional appearance and meet Disney Store grooming guidelines

Basic Qualifications

• Available to work a flexible schedule that meets the needs of the business including overnights, evenings, holidays, weekends and call-in shifts (if permitted)
• Must be available a minimum of two (2) shifts Monday through Friday and have weekend availability that meets the needs of the Store’s business
• Job may require lifting boxes that weigh up to 45 lbs. and climbing a ladder
• Must be able to submit verification of legal right to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in specialty retail or service industry

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Additional Information

This position is with Disney Stores USA, LLC. This position is with Disney Store Puerto Rico, LLC.

The pay rate for this role in New York, NY is $18 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits(opens in new window).