Greeter

Bass Pro Shops; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on retail merchandise

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops in Altoona, IA is seeking a friendly Greeter to welcome customers, provide information, and promote store programs. You will handle merchandise check-in, assist with events, and ensure the entry area remains clean and safe.

The role emphasizes exceptional guest service with a professional appearance and upbeat attitude. Responsibilities include directing customers, handing out promotional materials, and coordinating with Outfitters for firearm safety check-in where required.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in customer service environments is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greets all customers in a friendly and outgoing manner.
• Promotes store programs and memberships.
• Models Bass Pro Shops brand standards and dress code.
• Manages merchandise check-in and visitor logs for vendors.
• Communicates promotions and events to customers.
• Maintains clean, safe entryway and work area.
• Assists guest firearm check-in with appropriate supervision.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Greeter performs various Customer Service activities, to include greeting all customers in a prompt and friendly manner, handling merchandise with care, providing information and direction to customers, distributing promotional materials, and other front-end tasking to support business needs. Greeters are expected to smile and be friendly and outgoing with every guest. They will provide an over the top customer service experience for every guest, ensuring that our customers feel welcomed and appreciated.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Greets all customers as they enter the store in a friendly and outgoing manner.
• Actively promoting programs including but not limited to CLUB Membership (US only), VOC and In-Store Pickup.
• Modeling our brand standard for customer service by presenting a professional image by adhering to our dress code with a green logo shirt for Bass Pro Shops or tan logo shirt for Cabela’s, name badge visible, appropriate apparel/footwear that meets dress code guidelines, a smile, eye contact, and welcoming body language.
• Checks in all customers’ merchandise for return.
• Checks in all Vendor representatives, completing the necessary visitor log information and controlling the visitor badges.
• Remains aware of all “Special events” in the store and informs customers of details of events, sales, or promotions.
• Additionally, will provide customers with promotional materials to support special events.
• Ensures entryway and surrounding work area remain clean, tidy, and safe for customers and Outfitters.
• Assists facilitation of customer check-in of all firearms/weapons by notifying the appropriate trained and designated Outfitter to complete the guest check-in per company SOP. Please note, however, that Greeters themselves should never accept, possess, or handle a firearm while performing their job duties.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Excellent organization skills and attention to details.
• Experience in a customer service environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability to new processes and procedures.
• Excellent self-motivation and initiative while unsupervised.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly walks and stands
• Occasionally performs computer work and lifts up to 50 pounds
• Seldom to never sits
• Constantly communicate with others to exchange information
• Constantly repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Occasionally work in low or high temperatures
• Occasionally work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind
• Occasionally work in noisy environments
• Light work that includes constantly moving and lifting objects up to 20 pounds, occasionally move and lift objects up to 100 pounds or more (utilizing a team lift as needed)

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Part Time Benefits Summary

• Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k
• Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

Bass Pro Shops About Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops joined forces with Cabela’s to create a “best‑of‑the‑best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.