Planet Access Part-Time Associate

Search360; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Planet Access Store in Chicago invites you to join a small team that empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through inclusive fashion and community impact.

As a Part-Time Retail Associate, you’ll sell high-quality, environmentally-conscious garments, operate the POS, keep displays tidy, and help customers with warmth and respect. Weekend and evening shifts required; HS diploma and ability to lift up to 44 lbs are needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 44 lbs.
• Availability for weekend and evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Sell garments and locally-sourced gifts to customers.
• Operate the POS system and process cash/credit transactions.
• Keep displays neat and stock areas organized throughout shifts.
• Receive, process, and organize new merchandise.
• Provide friendly, informed customer service and assist with questions.
• Support the store's mission by highlighting Planet Access as a social enterprise of Search360.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS operation

Retail sales

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Planet Access Store, Lincoln Square or Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

At Planet Access, you’ll support a meaningful mission, empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Location: Planet Access Store, Lincoln Square / Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

Salary: $18/hour

Employment Type:Part-Time

• Part-Time: Varying hours per week
• Weekend availability is a must

Are you passionate about retail and making a difference?

At Planet Access, you’ll support an incredible mission – empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while working in a vibrant boutique environment.

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• You’ll engage with new people to provide excellent service and make a difference in someone’s day
• You’ll be part of a “team sales” environment, where success is built on collaboration
• You’ll be a part of achieving sales goals that directly fund a local not-for-profit

What You’ll Do:

• Sell high-quality, environmentally-conscious garments and locally-made and sourced gifts
• Operate the POS system and handle cash/credit transactions
• Keep displays looking their best & ensure the store and stock areas are clean and organized
• Receive, process, and organize merchandise
• Maintain an atmosphere of excellent service in a hub for joyful styling and inclusive fashion
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift/carry up to 44 lbs
• Ability to perform basic physical moves such as kneeling, reaching, crouching, bending, and twisting
• Availability to work weekend and evening shifts

Job Responsibilities:

• Welcome customers into the store and assist with questions
• Welcome customers into the store and assist with questions
• Create an atmosphere and culture where guest satisfaction is the primary goal of all sales associates
• Knowledge of the various vendors and products sold at the store
• Knowledge of opening and closing procedures
• Recommend clothing and items to customers in order to enrich the shopping experience
• Process sales transactions, operate the POS register, resolve return issues and process online orders
• Responsible for achieving sales goals
• Make customers aware that Planet Access is a social enterprise of Search360 highlight that supporting Planet Access is supporting the mission of Search360.

Merchandise and Inventory Management:

• Maintain neat and orderly merchandise displays throughout shift
• Replenish and maintain stock on the sales floor throughout shift
• Process shipments
• Maintain organization of merchandise, store supplies, and break areas
• Maintain accurate inventory through designated programs and procedures, including participating in inventory counts

Cleanliness and Order:

• Maintain the physical environment and grounds according to Search360 standards for cleanliness and order on a daily basis
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and follow, established cleaning schedules at your assigned work site
• Demonstrate knowledge and consistent usage of the proper cleaning products and materials for assigned cleaning tasks
• Demonstrate respect for site/program materials and furnishings

Administrative and Professional:

• Support the Mission Statement and agency values of Search360
• Maintain compliance with personnel policies as stated in the employee handbook
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Corporate Compliance policy, including the employee work rules and state/federal regulations related to services provided by Search360
• Complete other duties as assigned by your supervisor