Seasonal Kitchenware Sales Associate (Flexible Hours)

Lever, Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K after 90 days

Employee Discount

Job summary

Sur La Table in Naperville, IL seeks a Seasonal Sales Associate to inspire customers through the culinary journey, support daily store operations, and deliver a #bestincenter customer experience. You’ll share product knowledge, assist with transactions, and help drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment.

You’ll stay current on products, engage customers, and represent the brand with enthusiasm. The role is part-time, 12–16 hours weekly, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends,

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• 1 year of retail sales experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
• Maintains expertise by staying current on products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources.
• Actively engage customers, identify their needs, recommend relevant products or experiences, and leading a customer-focused, Guest Obsessed culture.
• Maximize selling opportunities by identifying customer needs and offering relevant solutions.
• Promote add-on sales and support events that grow store traffic and customer engagement.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales goals, contributing to overall store revenue. Performance is measured by KPIs such as individual sales volume, average transaction value, and customer conversion rates.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a positive, inclusive, and high-performing store culture.
• Support onboarding of new associates by sharing product knowledge and best practices.
• Accurately and efficiently process transactions including sales, returns, and price checks using the POS system.
• Assist in daily opening and closing procedures, floor replenishment, and maintaining visual merchandising standards.
• Complete inventory transactions including receiving, MOS, and RARs.
• Adhere to wage and hour laws. Accurately records time worked according to SLT Policy.
• Models and ensures all Sur La Table policies and SOPs are communicated effectively to associates, maintained and consistently followed.

Skills

Retail sales

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Tools

POS system

Retail management systems

Job description

Sur La Table in Naperville, IL seeks a Seasonal Sales Associate to inspire customers through the culinary journey, support daily store operations, and deliver a #bestincenter customer experience. You’ll share product knowledge, assist with transactions, and help drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment.

You’ll stay current on products, engage customers, and represent the brand with enthusiasm. The role is part-time, 12–16 hours weekly, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends,