RETAIL ASSOCIATE

Bridger Bowl; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee Season Ski Pass

MSAA – free day tickets

Crosscut Mountain Sports Center day-pH

Aflac Accidental Insurance coverage

Sick leave based on hours worked

Local Bozeman Ski Shop discounts

Employee discounts on food, rentals, &

Employee Ski Day

Job summary

Bridger Bowl in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Seasonal Retail & Rentals Associate to provide outstanding customer service in the retail store, assist guests with product information, process transactions, and support inventory tasks during the winter season.

You will become proficient with the POS system, restock merchandise, handle end-of-day closeouts, and collaborate with the Retail Lead to ensure a smooth guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and/or retail sales.
• Possess excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and basic computer application usage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of customer service to enhance the guest experience.
• Communicate clearly with guests, supervisors, and coworkers.
• Provide knowledgeable support regarding Bridger Bowl products, services, and experiences.
• Assist in resolving guest concerns or escalates to the Retail Lead or Managers as needed.
• Learn and improve proficiency with the POS system and product knowledge.
• Support retail shop inventory and notify management of inventory needs.
• Support the receiving, processing, and inventory of retail products.
• Restock, label, and organize merchandise as necessary.
• Assist with the inventory counts.
• Perform daily opening and closing duties and end-of-day reports.
• Accurately process cash and credit card transactions and maintain accountability for assigned registers.

Skills

customer service

retail sales

communication

active listening

POS systems

basic computer usage

Tools

Point-of-Sale (POS)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bridger Bowl - Bozeman, MT 59715
Position Type: Seasonal
Salary Range: $19.25 - $19.25 Hourly
Job Category: Rentals & Retail

SUMMARY

Provide outstanding customer service in the retail store by assisting guests, offering product information, processing transactions, maintaining a clean workspace, and supporting inventory and purchasing tasks.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Maintain a high level of customer service to enhance the overall guest experience.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with guests, supervisors, and coworkers.
• Provide knowledgeable support regarding Bridger Bowl products, services, and experiences.
• Assist in resolving guest concerns or escalates to the Retail Lead or Managers as needed.
• Continuously learn and improve proficiency with the point-of-sale system and product knowledge.
• Support retail shop inventory and notify management of inventory needs.
• Support the receiving, processing, and inventory of retail products.
• Restock, label, and organize merchandise, as necessary.
• Assist with the inventory counts.
• Perform daily opening and closing duties.
• Close out registers and submit end-of-day reports.
• Accurately process cash and credit card transactions and maintain accountability for assigned registers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Retail Assistant Manager and Rental & Retail Manager.

EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrate good judgment and maintain a positive, professional, and enthusiastic attitude throughout the season.
• Be reliable, punctual, and dependable; adhere to a consistent schedule, including holidays.
• Display a genuine desire to share knowledge of the sport and inspire others to enjoy it.
• Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of all protected information.
• Follow operational procedures with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Be flexible and adaptable to ever-changing situations and workload.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Comply with and enforce Bridger Bowl policies and procedures.
• Contribute to Bridger Bowl's overall sustainability goals.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision Received: From the Retail Assistant Manager. Receives assignments as directed, with clear expectations, available guidance, and periodic performance reviews as needed or during check-ins.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - SEASONAL

• Free Employee Season Ski Pass
• Montana Ski Area Association (MSAA) – free day tickets
• Day passes to Crosscut Mountain Sports Center
• Aflac Accidental Insurance coverage while employed
• Sick leave based on hours worked
• Local Bozeman Ski Shop discounts
• Bridger Bowl employee discounts on food, lessons, rentals, and retail purchases.
• Employee Ski Day

QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIREMENTS, AND ADDITIONAL INFO:PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in customer service and/or retail sales.
• Possess excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and basic computer application usage.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Outdoor: Regularly working in quickly changing winter weather conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Indoor: work under consistent lighting and temperature controls.
• Work physically near others throughout the shift.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• May require bending, stooping, standing, walking, and moving items that weigh up to 25 lbs.
• Requires the ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, communicate effectively with coworkers and visitors, handle stressful situations and upset customers, and completing tasks independently and efficiently.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Everyone is welcome to apply for this position, but applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and Bridger Bowl does not currently provide visa sponsorships.
• Successful candidates must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines and directions to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring, and effectively communicate with visitors and staff.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation(s). The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job, nor does it restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This is not an employment contract and there is no guarantee of work hours. Work hours are dependent on snowfall and workload.

EEO STATEMENT:

Bridger Bowl Ski Area is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification outlined by federal, state, or local laws.