Part-Time Store Associate

North Shore Quilting; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training opportunities

Creative workplace

Job summary

North Shore Quilting LLC is seeking a friendly, dependable team member for a part-time role in Huntington. You will welcome customers, assist with fabric and notions selections, cut fabric, and demonstrate sewing machines. Proficiency with Shopify POS and strong communication are valued as you support online orders, classes, and events.

The position offers flexible scheduling with competitive hourly pay and a creative, welcoming shop environment for quilters and fabric enthusiasts.

Qualifications

• Sewing experience is required; quilting or fabric knowledge is a plus.
• Retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Friendly, approachable, and comfortable working with people.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift at least 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and assist with sales.
• Help customers select fabrics and supplies.
• Cut fabric accurately and assist with basic project questions.
• Demonstrate sewing machines and showcase features.
• Process purchases and returns using Shopify POS.
• Assist with online orders, inventory, and stocking.
• Answer calls and emails; help with class registrations.
• Keep the store clean and inviting; assist with events.

Skills

Sewing experience

Customer service

Communication

Retail

Tools

Shopify POS

POS systems

Job description

Pay: $18–$21 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Part-time, with flexible scheduling based on store needs

About North Shore Quilting

North Shore Quilting is a welcoming, creative destination for quilters, sewists, and fiber-art enthusiasts. We offer a wide selection of fabrics, sewing supplies, machines, classes, and events. We’re looking for a friendly, dependable team member who enjoys helping people and wants to be part of our creative community.

What You’ll Do

Welcome customers, provide excellent service, and assist with sales.

Help customers select fabrics, notions, and supplies for their projects.

Cut fabric accurately and assist with basic project questions.

Demonstrate sewing machines and help customers explore machine features.

Process purchases, returns, and transactions using Shopify POS.

Assist with online orders, pickups, inventory, and stocking merchandise.

Answer phone calls and emails and help with class registrations.

Keep the store clean, organized, and inviting.

Help prepare for classes, workshops, and special events, including setup and breakdown.

Work collaboratively with the team to create a positive customer experience.

What We’re Looking For

Sewing experience is required ; quilting or fabric knowledge is a plus.

Retail or customer service experience preferred.

Friendly, approachable, and comfortable working with people.

Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Comfortable using email, phones, computers, and point-of-sale systems.

Reliable transportation to our Huntington location.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Able to stand for extended periods and lift at least 40 pounds.

Dependable, organized, and willing to pitch in wherever needed.

What We Offer

Competitive pay of $18–$21 per hour, based on experience.

Training and opportunities to learn about sewing machines, fabrics, and quilting products.

A fun, creative workplace surrounded by beautiful fabrics and people who love to make things!