Gift Shop Coordinator

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a full-time Gift Shop associate for our Burnet Campus location. You will support customers, process purchases, and help maintain shop operations with volunteers. The role includes cash handling, reporting, and inventory tasks to keep the shop running smoothly.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related work experience. If you enjoy teamwork and fast-paced environments, this is a great fit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of related work experience.
• Experience in customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent customer service and assist with purchases.
• Operate cash register and handle daily sales reconciliation.
• Assist volunteers with daily shop operations and phone orders.
• Restock merchandise, manage packaging, and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1+ years related work experience

Tools

POS/Inventory system

Job description

Primary Location Burnet Campus Department Gift Shop Shift Day (United States of America)

Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 36 FTE 0.9 Employee Status Regular *Expected Starting Pay Range $17.49 - $20.99 *Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Customer Service - Ensure consistent customer service, establishing a good rapport with customers. Assist customers with selection and purchases. Work with staff and volunteers to maintain customer service standards through direct contact with customers.
• Daily Operations - Operate business machines (cash register, fax, credit card, copier, computer) and trouble shoot routine problems with basic business equipment. Assist volunteers in the daily operation of the Gift Shop. Answer the phone, take and deliver phone orders using excellent phone skills. Record daily sales and report any discrepancies in the receipts or bank to management. Responsible for closing cash registers and the necessary paperwork including the reconciliation of cash receipts and deposits. Involvement in fiscal inventory process, responsible for pre count, pre count analysis of department inventory and discrepancy reconciliation.
• Merchandising and Shipment Processing - Restock merchandise and maintain desired cleanliness in the stock areas. Management of packing slips on merchandise received, managing damage reporting and back orders. May enter all incoming merchandise in the POS/Inventory management system checking for price/cost and margin discrepancies. Work with buyers to coordinate incoming merchandise. Maintaining supply levels on shop supplies such as wrap, boxes, tissue, bags, register tape, etc. Maintaining backstock for the displays established by the Shop Manager and Buyers. Assist with Gift Shop special events. Coordinate with CCHMC departments involving Security, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Shipping. Assist buyer in merchandise selection. May be asked to place orders and work directly with vendors. Lead merchandise movement and display and maintain awareness of customer merchandise preferences via inquiries. May be asked to attend industry trade shows and buying meetings. Stay current on industry trends.
• Confidentiality - Act in manner that maintains confidentiality, protects and safeguards patient/family personal medical and financial information at all times during collection, use and storage. Access only information and records necessary to perform the responsibilities of your position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent 1+ years of related work experience

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children’s is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation-Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO/Veteran/Disability Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.