Retail Sales Associate

Spiceandtea; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Spiceandtea in Kannapolis, NC is seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to enhance customer experiences with spices and teas. The ideal candidate should have a passion for food and flavor, along with strong communication skills. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, making personalized recommendations, and maintaining the store environment. This position requires flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Join our team and be part of a flavorful workplace.

Qualifications

• Passion for tea or food and making customers feel welcome.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a warm smile and friendly greeting.
• Engage customers to ask the right questions and make personalized recommendations.
• Assist with store displays, restocking, and maintaining a clean environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-first attitude

Comfort with point-of-sale systems

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

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

Location: Kannapolis, NC 28081.

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 tea or 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!