Retail Cashier PART TIME

Ace Hardware; Homer Glen (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401K + employer match

Employee discount

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Full or part-time positions

Life insurance

Job summary

Whitmore Ace Hardware is hiring friendly cashiers to greet customers, answer questions, and help them find items in-store. You will be the first and last impression for shoppers and support the team on the floor and at the register.

We offer training, flexible schedules, and benefits including PTO, health plans, and 401K. Prior retail experience is a plus but not required; all ages eligible above minimum wage requirements in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is a plus.
• Willingness to learn about products and promotions.
• Ability to assist customers on floor and at register.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers to assist and answer questions.
• Help customers locate items and share product knowledge.
• Keep checkout area and shelves organized and stocked.
• Keep lines moving at the register to help customers complete purchases.
• Resolve issues in line with store policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier duties

Product knowledge

Team player

Problem solving

Stocking shelves

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Job Title and Summary:

Are you energetic, positive, and enjoy helping people? Then we need you to help us form genuine connections with our customers and communities and be Ace Amazing.

Amazing Cashier

Being a Cashier at Ace is so much more than just ringing up customer purchases. Ace Amazing Cashiers are the first and last impression for customers. They know the location for every item in the store, are gurus for answering questions about merchandise, policies, promotions and are simultaneously able to help customers on the floor, at the register, and on the phone without breaking a sweat!

What you will be doing

• Communicating and Interacting with People - While each day is different one thing is constant - your day is centered around assisting your team and our customers from the moment the enter the store till they leave the parking lot
• Sharing your knowledge– Help customers find what they need, make any personal recommendations, and share cool new products and promotions that are happening at the store.
• Keeping the store running - Making sure checkout area and shelves are straightened and stocked, keep register lines moving to customers can get moving with their projects.
• Problem Solving – Hiccups happen! But luckily you are there to proactively resolve issues and customer concerns while sticking to company policies
• Learning new things - Have a helpful attitude? We’ll train you on all you need to know know-from hardware to new products skills.

What we can do for you

• Positive Work Environment
• Flexible Schedules and Work Life Balance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount
• Growth Opportunities
• Employee Incentives
• Full or Part Time Positions
• Health, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401K + Employer Match
• Life Insurance
• Competitive Pay Scale - Over 18 starting at $15/hr. Under 18 starting at $14/hr

What sets you apart

• You love interacting with people and want to go the extra mile for every customer
• You are positive, energetic, love being part of a team and take pride in your work
• You want to know more about the products we carry and help customers find them
• You are dependable and able to work when our customers want to shop (that means days, nights and weekends)
• You have worked retail before (not necessary, but a plus)
• You enjoy moving and being on your feet at work are able to stock shelves and help customers get their purchases into their car (that is often items such as 25LB bags of soil and occasionally 50LB bags of concrete)

Who is Whitmore Ace Hardware

Founded in 1896, we are a fifth-generation, family-owned and operated local hardware store rich in history. We are committed to being "the Helpful Place" by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products. We are seeking outgoing, friendly, and helpful team members to welcome and assist customers. Previous hardware experience is a plus but not a requirement as we provide extensive training. Or vision to .... is carried out though our core values; Put People First, Amaze Every Customer, Work As A Team, Always Improving, and Serve Our Community. Our mission is to go the extra mile for our customers and build a team that has the same attitude!

Ace Hardware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free environment. Ace goes beyond hardware: build a future, a purpose, and a community with us.

Founded in 1896, we are now a fifth-generation, family-owned and operated local hardware store rich in history. We are committed to being "The Helpful Place" by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products.
Our 120+ year history has earned us a solid reputation as one of Illinois's leading hardware store chains. That reputation has helped us grow tremendously over the years, and it continues to help us grow as we look toward the future. Whitmore Ace hardware currently operates several stores in Illinois's Will, Kankakee, Grundy, and DuPage Counties.