Part Time Sales Associate - St. Clair Square

Build-A-Bear Workshop; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus based on store sales

Job summary

Build-A-Bear Workshop in Fairview Heights, IL, is seeking friendly, guest-focused Bear Builder associates to help guests create personalized furry friends and deliver memorable experiences. You will actively engage guests, promote the brand, and uphold store standards while working as a dependable team member.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in business or management preferred. A welcoming, flexible attitude is valued in a lively retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in business/management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests in creating personalized furry friends and provide exceptional service.
• Engage guests with enthusiasm for the brand.
• Create a warm atmosphere and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintain brand standards and deliver a cohesive experience.
• Be dependable, engaged, and helpful team member.

Skills

Guest service

Team player

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in business/management (preferred)

Job description

Bear Builder associates are fun, easy-going, team-oriented individuals who engage with guests, to create a unique and memorable experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service by assisting guests in creating their personalized furry friends, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience
• Actively engage with guests demonstrating genuine enthusiasm for our brand
• Create a warm and inclusive atmosphere for guests, fostering positive interactions, and guaranteeing that each guest leaves satisfied with their experience
• Uphold operational excellence by consistently meeting brand standards and guidelines, ensuring a seamless and cohesive experience for all guests
• Strong team commitment; be dependable, engaged, and helpful

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s (or higher) degree in business, management, or a related field

Behavioral Traits For Success

• Possesses a “How Can I Help” attitude
• Enjoys meeting and interacting with new people
• Dependable and flexible
• Models personal and professional integrity
• Naturally warm and fun-loving
• Ability to remain calm under challenging circumstances

Working Environment

• Active retail store leadership requires the ability to sit, stand, and move around for duration of shift
• Work environments include indoor/outdoor malls, strip centers, and other retail locations
• Lift > 25 pounds

Your Performance Will Be Measured On

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following.

• Decision-making, judgment, and execution
• Ability to create an Experience First culture for guests and associates
• Achievement of assigned goalsConsistent execution of operational standards
• Stakeholder feedback

This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as may deem appropriate.

Benefits

Build-A-Bear Workshop® is committed to being a fun place to work and visit! We care about the health and well-being and long-term financial security of our associates and their families. With that in mind, we constantly strive to provide our associates with comprehensive benefits that are competitive and meaningful in the specialty retail marketplace. Please visit www.buildabear.com/brand-about-careers-benefits.html for a list of full benefits that are offered to our employees.

Associates also have the ability to earn a monthly bonus based off their stores sales results vs. plans.

PAY RANGE: $15.75-$16.00/Hour.