Seasonal Retail Assistant Manager - Lead Holiday Magic

Cherry Hill Programs, Inc; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same day pay

Employee Referral Program

Free Santa visit for friends/family

Photo prints

Holiday cards

Job summary

Cherry Hill Programs is seeking an Assistant Local Manager to partner with the Local Manager in delivering magical holiday memories for families. You’ll help oversee daily photo operations, support seasonal staff, drive sales, and ensure outstanding guest service from start to finish.

Responsibilities include hiring support, inventory, training, and opening/closing procedures, while leading a team and ensuring smooth operations during a busy season.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be comfortable in a cash handling / sales transaction position.
• Ability to lead a team, work independently, and make sound decisions.
• Availability to attend required pre-season training.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods.
• Available to work a minimum of 20 hours a week or as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds and stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive, collaborative environment while upholding company values and policies.
• Support opening-day preparations, including hiring completion, inventory, equipment setup/testing, scheduling, training, and opening/closing procedures.
• Capture photos and help guests choose memorable souvenirs to take home.
• Photography experience not required.
• Resolve customer concerns and service issues to support a positive guest experience.
• Lead by example and reinforce procedures set by senior management.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and escalate to IT or Local Management as needed.
• Assist the Local Manager with inventory, scheduling, training, recruiting, and other administrative tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Independent work

Decision making

Cash handling

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cherry Hill Programs is seeking an Assistant Local Manager to partner with the Local Manager in delivering magical holiday memories for families. You’ll help oversee daily photo operations, support seasonal staff, drive sales, and ensure outstanding guest service from start to finish.

Responsibilities include hiring support, inventory, training, and opening/closing procedures, while leading a team and ensuring smooth operations during a busy season.