Seasonal Retail Replenishment Associate (Mondays 2-6pm)

The Spice House, LLC; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Free monthly spices

Participation in store and district

Thanksgiving and Christmas days off

Job summary

The Spice House is seeking a Seasonal Replenishment Associate to support our peak holiday period, focusing on stocking, inventory, and POS tasks to keep the store running smoothly.

From November 2 through December 29, with Mondays 2pm-6pm shifts; additional weekend hours may be available. Join a small, dedicated team delivering fresh flavors and friendly service.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Reliable with a consistent schedule during the peak season.
• Comfortable handling stocking and basic store tech.

Responsibilities

• Support Daily Operations during PEAK season with an organized, stocked store.
• Replenish product levels on sales floor and backstock areas.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking and organizing shipments.
• Maintain clean, presentable sales floor and stockroom.
• Process customer purchases and basic POS tasks when needed.
• Collaborate with Spice Merchants and leadership on priorities.
• Identify tasks and take initiative, communicating needs.
• Follow policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Friendly, outgoing communication

Self-motivated initiative

POS system literacy

Attention to detail

Dependable and punctual

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1957, The Spice House is a purveyor of the finest spices, herbs, blends and extracts. Our customers range from renowned Michelin-star chefs to home cooks everywhere. For over 60 years we have curated our global network of premium growers and distributors in order to offer our customers unrivaled quality and selection. Our goal is to be the trusted resource for fresh flavors and shared culinary experiences in kitchens around the world. We have been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine and Bon Appetit and named a favorite by celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Alton Brown and Jesse Tyler Ferguson. We have recently started to grow into the grocery sales channel and can now be found in stores like Mariano’s, Costco, and United Supermarkets.

The Spice House is looking for a Seasonal Replenishment Associate to join our retail team during the holiday PEAK season. This is a hands‑on support role focused on helping the store operate efficiently during our busiest time of year. The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, detail‑oriented and comfortable balancing operational responsibilities with customer interactions. They will help keep the store stocked, organized and running smoothly.

This is a seasonal position supporting our holiday PEAK season from November 2nd through December 29th, with the schedule of Mondays 2pm-6pm. Opportunity for additional hours as POS support available during weekend hours, if interested.

Responsibilities:

• Support Daily Operations: Help the store team maintain an organized, efficient and fully stocked store throughout the PEAK season.
• Replenishment & Organization: Maintain product levels throughout the sales floor and backstock areas, restock merchandise and keep inventory organized and accessible.
• Shipment & Inventory Support: Assist with receiving, unpacking, organizing and processing shipments while maintaining accurate product placement and inventory organization.
• Store Cleanliness & Presentation: Maintain clean, organized and visually appealing sales floor, stockroom and customer areas throughout the day.
• POS & Order Support (as needed): Accurately process customer purchases, enter orders and perform other POS functions while maintaining attention to detail and efficiency.
• Be a Team Player: Work closely with Spice Merchants and store leadership to respond to changing PEAK priorities and help keep the store operating efficiently.
• Take Initiative: Identify tasks that need attention and take action without waiting to be directed, while communicating with store leadership when priorities or customer needs require additional support.
• Maintain Standards: Follow company policies, procedures, safety standards and direction from store leadership while completing responsibilities accurately and efficiently.

Requirements

• Friendly, outgoing and approachable with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members.
• Self-motivated and willing to take initiative without needing constant direction.
• Ability to learn and accurately use POS systems and other basic store technology.
• Calm, professional and adaptable when priorities change or customer needs arise.
• Previous retail, sales, hospitality, service or other customer-facing experience preferred.
• Dependable and punctual, with a consistent record of arriving on time and working assigned shifts as scheduled.
• Must be able to commit to the required seasonal schedule and communicate schedule conflicts or availability changes in advance.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy, organization and attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and stand and walk for extended periods of time, including going up and down stairs.
• Must be available to work Mondays 2pm-6pm from November 2nd through Dec 29.
• Passion for food and flavor is a must!

Why The Spice House:

• You can make a huge impact as a key member of a growing brand that’s disrupting how consumers gain access to the freshest spices.
• You will work with a group of passionate team members who are driven to help home cooks and professional chefs alike create delicious food with the highest quality ingredients.
• You’ll join a company that is passionate about its people and their development, with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Seasonal employee benefits include employee discount, free monthly spices, participation in store and district contests and incentives, and Thanksgiving and Christmas days off.

Role: Seasonal, Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports to: General Manager