Mission-Driven Retail Associate — Flexible Part-Time

Grkroccenter; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

On-the-job training

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Kentwood, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Associate for a part-time role at 25 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. You will manage donations, assist customers, and operate the checkout, helping create a welcoming shopping experience for donors and shoppers.

Requirements include a high school diploma or pursuing one, reliable attendance, basic math and computer skills, and flexibility to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Provide friendly customer service.
• Process donated merchandise and sales.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Basic communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly, professional demeanor with customers and donors.
• Provide excellent customer service on the sales floor and donation area.
• Operate the Point-of-Sale system accurately and manage cash drawer.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures.
• Sort, tag, price, and prepare donated merchandise according to goals.
• Identify items for eCommerce and keep areas organized.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS system

Teamwork

Basic math

Flexible schedule

Stand/walk for shift

Education

High school diploma or pursuing

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Kentwood, MI is seeking a friendly Retail Associate for a part-time role at 25 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. You will manage donations, assist customers, and operate the checkout, helping create a welcoming shopping experience for donors and shoppers.

Requirements include a high school diploma or pursuing one, reliable attendance, basic math and computer skills, and flexibility to work varied shifts.