Part-Time Social Enterprise Retail & Workshops Associate

Project-Home; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Project HOME, a nationally recognized nonprofit in Philadelphia, seeks a Social Enterprise Resident Associate to support HOMEmade Goods. This part-time role will manage inventory, assist with candle production, and engage the community while delivering friendly customer service and sales support.

You'll work at Christopher J. Seward Residence with flexible start times, delivering a hands-on learning experience in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current or former Project HOME resident.
• Experience with cash handling, retail, customer service, or inventory management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and organize merchandise for sale.
• Label, package, and prepare HOMEmade Goods products.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with stock management.
• Help ensure products are accurately recorded and organized.
• Collaborate with team on candle production activities.
• Prepare products for shipment and customer pickup.
• Process and fulfill online orders accurately and efficiently.
• Support packaging and quality control efforts.
• Assist with candle-making workshops and community events.
• Represent Project HOME and HOMEmade Goods at off-site events as needed.
• Help create a welcoming and engaging customer experience.
• Share information about Project HOME's mission and social enterprise initiatives.
• Process customer purchases using a Square reader and other point-of-sale systems.
• Assist customers with questions and product selections.
• Accurately handle cash and payment transactions.
• Support sales and retail operations as needed.
• Maintain accurate records related to inventory and sales.
• Assist with data entry and administrative projects.
• Support operational tasks assigned by program leadership.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the success of the enterprise.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Cash handling

Retail operations

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Square POS

Job description

Project HOME, a nationally recognized nonprofit in Philadelphia, seeks a Social Enterprise Resident Associate to support HOMEmade Goods. This part-time role will manage inventory, assist with candle production, and engage the community while delivering friendly customer service and sales support.

You'll work at Christopher J. Seward Residence with flexible start times, delivering a hands-on learning experience in a mission-driven environment.