Holiday Retail Assistant Manager — Lead a Festive Team

Cherry Hill Programs; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Same day pay

Referral program

Fast-paced environment

Holiday perks

Job summary

Cherry Hill Programs seeks an Assistant Local Manager at Valley Plaza Mall in Bakersfield to support the seasonal team, lead daily photo operations, and ensure memorable Santa experiences and guest service.

You'll assist with opening/closing, recruiting, scheduling, training, and inventory, while driving sales. Photography experience is not required, and you will learn leadership skills in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be comfortable in a cash handling/sales transaction position.
• Ability to lead a team, work independently, and make sound decisions.
• Availability to attend required pre-season training.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods.
• Available to work a minimum of 20 hours a week or as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive, collaborative environment while upholding company values and policies.
• Support opening-day preparations, including hiring completion, inventory, equipment setup/testing, scheduling, training, and opening/closing procedures.
• Capture photos and help guests choose memorable souvenirs to take home.
• Photography experience not required.
• Resolve customer concerns and service issues to support a positive guest experience.
• Lead by example and reinforce procedures set by senior management.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and elevate to IT or Local Management as needed.
• Assist the Local Manager with inventory, scheduling, training, recruiting, and other administrative tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Cash handling

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cherry Hill Programs seeks an Assistant Local Manager at Valley Plaza Mall in Bakersfield to support the seasonal team, lead daily photo operations, and ensure memorable Santa experiences and guest service.

You'll assist with opening/closing, recruiting, scheduling, training, and inventory, while driving sales. Photography experience is not required, and you will learn leadership skills in a fast-paced setting.