Retail Sales Associate

Boulder Connect; Welch Township (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Boulder Connect in Welch Township, MN is seeking a retail associate to sell alcohol and tobacco and deliver exceptional guest service. You will handle cash, cards, and loyalty programs while maintaining product quality and stock through inventory checks.

Flexible schedule including weekends/holidays is required; prior cashier experience is preferred, with strong math, communication, and a professional appearance. You will collaborate with teammates and managers to ensure smooth store operations.

Qualifications

• Previous cash register and customer service experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adaptable.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong math skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, with good hygiene.
• Ability to interact courteously with guests, coworkers, and management.
• Effective in upselling gift shop items and amenities.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with questions and purchases, handling cash, credit cards, and loyalty programs accurately.
• Ensure sales paperwork accuracy, manage deposits, variances, and inventory.
• Order, receive, organize merchandise, and conduct inventory checks.
• Rotate stock to maintain product quality and freshness.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff and vendors regarding shipments.
• Perform sales in compliance with tobacco and alcohol policies.
• Open and close retail operations following security protocols.

Skills

Cash register experience

Customer service

Detail oriented

Verbal communication

Math skills

Professional appearance

Guest interaction

Upselling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Role Summary:

Responsible for selling retail items, including alcohol and tobacco, while providing exceptional guest service according to department standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist guests with questions and purchases, handling cash, credit cards, and loyalty programs accurately.
• Ensure sales paperwork accuracy, manage deposits, variances, and inventory.
• Order, receive, organize merchandise, and conduct inventory checks.
• Rotate stock to maintain product quality and freshness.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff and vendors regarding shipments.
• Perform sales in compliance with tobacco and alcohol policies.
• Open and close retail operations following security protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous cash register and customer service experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adaptable.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong math skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, with good hygiene.
• Ability to interact courteously with guests, coworkers, and management.
• Effective in upselling gift shop items and amenities.

Training & Physical Demands

• Complete guest service, POS, TIPS, and position-specific training.
• Stand/walk up to 8 hours, lift up to 25 pounds, and perform repetitive motions.
• Work in retail environments with loud noises, bright lights, and occasional cramped spaces.
• Flexible schedule required, including weekends and holidays, with potential overtime.
• Handle high-volume customer interactions, including challenging situations.