Retail Sales Associate

Spiceandtea; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

A gourmet specialty retailer in Freeport seeks a Part-Time Sales Associate. This role involves welcoming customers, engaging them with product knowledge, and maintaining an inviting store environment. Ideal candidates should have a passion for food, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Join us to share your love for spices and gourmet products while being part of a vibrant team.

Qualifications

• A passion for food and flavor.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Strong customer-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and engage with customers.
• Make personalized product recommendations.
• Maintain clean and organized store environment.

Skills

Customer service

Strong communication skills

Point-of-sale system expertise

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Join Our Flavorful Team as a Part-Time Sales Associate at The Spice & Tea Exchange

Freeport, ME 04032

Do you love the world of spices, teas, and gourmet blends? Are you passionate about helping customers discover new flavors? If so, we want YOU to be our next Part-Time Sales Associate!

Step into our store and surround yourself with the irresistible scents of hand-mixed spice blends, premium loose-leaf teas, and gourmet seasonings from around the world. As a Sales Associate, you’ll help create a warm, inviting shopping experience while sharing your love of food and flavor.

What You’ll Do:

• Welcome every guest with a warm smile and friendly greeting.
• Engage with customers to ask the right questions and make personalized product recommendations.
• Become an expert in our unique spice blends and teas to share product knowledge with confidence.
• Assist with store displays, restocking, and maintaining a clean, organized retail environment.
• Cross-train to help with blending and packaging our small-batch gourmet products.
• Process transactions efficiently and accurately using our point-of-sale system.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for food, flavor, and making others feel welcome.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, customer-first attitude.
• Comfort using point-of-sale systems and basic technology.
• A team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to tolerate working in a strongly aromatic workplace.

Ready to add some spice to your career?

Apply today and become part of The Spice & Tea Exchange family!