Sales Associates - All locations

Polkadog Inc; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee pet feed program

Employee discount

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A growing pet retail company in Rhode Island is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate. You will provide exceptional customer service, assist with sales, and maintain the store appearance. Candidates should have a passion for animals, strong communication skills, and reliability. This role offers $17/hour, health benefits, and professional development opportunities. Join a team dedicated to making the shopping experience enjoyable for pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• Previous retail, sales, or customer service experience preferred.
• Passion for animals and willingness to learn about pet products.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide outstanding pet-focused customer service.
• Assist shoppers in finding pet treats, food, and accessories.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Retail Sales Associate – All locations

Are you a natural at customer service and an animal lover? Join the Polkadog Bakery team as a part-time Retail Sales Associate in any of our pet stores! We’re looking for friendly, energetic, and dependable people who want to help pets (and their humans) have the best shopping experience possible.

About Polkadog Bakery

Founded in 2002 in Boston’s historic South End, Polkadog Bakery began as a tribute to a one-eyed rescue dog named Pearl. Our mission is simple: use the finest ingredients in our treats and provide the best pet products to create a complete picture of health and happiness for every pet.

We’re a growing pet retail company dedicated to creating a positive workplace where employees love what they do, grow professionally and personally, and make a real impact on our success. This is your chance to join a fast-growing pet store and learn valuable skills in retail, customer service, and small business operations.

Our locations include Boston, the Greater Boston area, and Rhode Island!

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Greet every customer and deliver outstanding pet-focused customer service.
• Assist shoppers in finding pet treats, food, and accessories.
• Drive sales through engagement, upselling, and product knowledge.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions; reconcile cash drawer at close.
• Maintain store appearance — cleaning, stocking, and merchandising.
• Receive and process weekly inventory shipments (lifting up to 50 lbs).
• Support in-store events from prep to breakdown.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve store goals.
• Work a minimum of 3 shifts per week, including at least 1 weekend day.

Qualifications

• Retail, sales, or customer service experience preferred (especially in pet retail).
• Passion for animals and willingness to learn about pet products.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

Perks & Benefits

• Pay: $17/hour
• Health benefits
• 401(k)
• Employee pet feed program
• Employee discount
• Bonus potential
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Flexible scheduling

How to Apply

We want to hear what makes you stand out! Send us your resume and a short note telling us why you want to join Polkadog Bakery’s pack!