Part-Time Retail Sales Associate

Colour and Cotton; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Colour and Cotton is a friendly needlework shop in Missouri seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate to provide exceptional customer service and assist customers with project and product selection. You will help maintain an inviting sales floor and support day-to-day shop operations in a creative retail setting.

Ideal candidates are friendly, reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable helping customers with cross stitch, embroidery, and related supplies.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Interest in crafting, needlework, cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, sewing, or other creative hobbies is a plus.
• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable engaging with customers.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to stand for the duration of a shift, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide a warm, welcoming shopping experience.
• Assist customers with product selection and answer basic questions about cross stitch, embroidery, and needlework supplies.
• Process sales accurately through our point-of-sale system.
• Restock merchandise and maintain attractive product displays.
• Keep the sales floor clean, organized, and well-stocked.
• Help prepare and fulfill customer orders when needed.
• Learn product knowledge to confidently assist customers.
• Support special events, classes, and store promotions.
• Follow store policies and contribute to a positive team environment.

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

Friendly communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Reliable transport

Job description

Careers - Retail Sales Associate Part-Time

Colour and Cotton is a friendly and creative needlework shop specializing in cross stitch, embroidery, hand-dyed fabrics, threads, kits, and accessories. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inspiring environment where stitchers of all experience levels feel supported, excited, and at home.

Position Summary

We are seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate to provide exceptional customer service, assist customers with project and product selection, maintain an organized and inviting sales floor, and support day-to-day shop operations. The ideal candidate is friendly, reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoys working with people in a creative retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide a warm, welcoming shopping experience
• Assist customers with product selection and answer basic questions about cross stitch, embroidery, and needlework supplies
• Process sales accurately through our point-of-sale system
• Restock merchandise and maintain attractive product displays
• Keep the sales floor clean, organized, and well-stocked
• Help prepare and fulfill customer orders when needed
• Learn product knowledge to confidently assist customers
• Support special events, classes, and store promotions
• Follow store policies and contribute to a positive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred
• Interest in crafting, needlework, cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, sewing, or other creative hobbies is a plus
• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable engaging with customers
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to stand for the duration of a shift, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance

Schedule

• Part-time position, daytime only, flexible
• Weekend availability (Saturdays) preferred
• Flexible scheduling based on store needs

What We're Looking For

Our ideal team member enjoys helping others, has a positive attitude, takes initiative, and loves being part of a creative community. Crafting experience is helpful, but enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to learn are even more important.