Retail Sales Associate

The Spice & Tea Exchange®; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount

Opportunities to learn and grow

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Spice & Tea Exchange® in Noblesville is seeking a part-time Sales Associate to join our team. This role is centered around creating memorable customer experiences through exceptional hospitality and tea service. You will assist guests on the sales floor, prepare beverages at our tea bar, and help with the production of spices and teas.

Ideal candidates are friendly, reliable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment while engaging with customers. We offer a welcoming atmosphere and opportunities to learn about the culinary world.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older required.
• Hospitality and customer service experience required.
• Barista or beverage preparation experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional hospitality and engage customers.
• Prepare and serve loose-leaf tea beverages in a clean and organized environment.
• Assist with inventory, restocking, and merchandise displays.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Barista or beverage preparation

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of tea

Job description

Job Title: Sales Associate

Location: The Spice & Tea Exchange - 950 Logan St., Noblesville, IN

Job Type: Part-time/ mainly weekends (15-20 hours/week)

Start Date: Immediately

Pay Rate: Fair, competitive pay based on experience

About Us

We are The Spice & Tea Exchange of Noblesville, a locally owned and family‑run specialty spice and tea shop built around community, hospitality, and a passion for flavor. We specialize in high‑quality spices, custom blends, loose‑leaf teas, gourmet gifts, and other culinary treasures. Our goal is to create a welcoming place where people can explore new flavors, learn about cooking and tea, and feel part of something special. We are currently seeking a passionate weekend team member with strong hospitality skills and experience working behind a beverage bar.

Position Summary

Sales Associates are the heart of our shop, blending hospitality, retail, tea bar service, and product production. Team members rotate between assisting guests on the sales floor, preparing beverages at our tea bar, ringing up transactions, and assisting with production tasks such as packaging spices and teas. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to work behind a beverage bar while engaging with guests.

Guest Experience

• Welcome every guest and provide exceptional hospitality
• Engage customers in conversation to understand their needs
• Offer product recommendations, samples, and cooking inspiration
• Share your passion for spices, tea, and flavor
• Help create a fun, welcoming, community-focused atmosphere

Tea Bar

• Prepare and serve loose‑leaf tea beverages in a fast‑paced environment
• Engage with guests while preparing drinks, explaining teas, flavor profiles, and brewing methods
• Help guests discover new teas and answer questions with confidence
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient tea bar

Retail & Store Operations

• Ring up guests and process transactions using the POS system
• Assist with inventory, restocking, and merchandising displays
• Keep the store tidy, organized, and visually inviting
• Recognize tasks that need attention and take initiative

Production

• Hand‑blend, package, and label spices and teas
• Follow recipes and measure ingredients accurately using a scale
• Assist with product preparation and organization

Community & Creativity

• Support store events, tastings, demos, and classes
• Occasionally assist with social media content
• Represent the store at local markets or community events when needed
• Have fun while helping build a strong community around the store

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Hospitality and customer service experience required
• Barista or beverage preparation experience strongly preferred
• Comfortable working in a busy beverage bar while engaging with guests
• Knowledge of tea is preferred, or a willingness to learn quicklyPassion for spices, cooking, and flavor is highly valued
• Organized and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑starter who can recognize tasks and take initiative
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain products clearly
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working weekends, evenings, and holidays when needed
• Enjoy working with people (loving dogs is a bonus)

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Is friendly, patient, and naturally welcoming
• Loves learning and sharing knowledge about food, spices, and tea
• Can multitask and stay calm while helping multiple guests
• Takes pride in their work and contributes to a positive team environment
• Enjoys connecting with people and building community
• Brings energy, curiosity, and creativity to the role
• Has an interest in food, flavor, recipes, and sharing that knowledge with others
• Can follow recipes, measure ingredients accurately, and read a scale

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform light physical tasks
• Ability to safely operate kitchen tools and food preparation equipment
• Comfortable working in an environment with strong spice and tea aromas
• Able to assemble and maintain merchandising displays

What To Expect From Us

• A welcoming and exciting place to work
• A creative and collaborative environment
• Owners who roll up their sleeves and work alongside the team
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• A generous employee discount

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

When applying, tell us your favorite tea, spice, or dish you love to cook. We love meeting people who share our passion for flavor.