Seasonal Romance Bookseller — Events & Customer Service

Lovestruck Books & Cafe; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discounts

Professional development

ARC copies (Advance Reader Copies)

Advanced Listener copies

Vibrant literary community

Job summary

Lovestruck Books & Cafe in Cambridge, MA seeks passionate Seasonal Booksellers for the holiday season. You will greet customers, make personalized recommendations, and support events and daily store operations in a lively, inclusive environment.

Role involves upselling, POS transactions, and collaboration with the Cafe/Bar team. On-site, part-time or full-time options available during Nov–Jan with a vibrant literary community.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service in a retail setting preferred.
• Interest in romance literature is a plus; ability to upsell with enthusiasm.
• Comfort with events, merch setup, and daily store operations.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, recommend titles, and enhance guest experience.
• Support store events, setup/breakdown, check-in, and on-site help.
• Operate POS, process orders, and assist with shelving and cleanliness.
• Answer inquiries and resolve issues to maintain satisfaction.
• Assist Cafe/Bar team and help keep retail and hospitality spaces tidy.
• Take on other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Upselling

Merchandising

Event support

POS & cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling

Job description

Lovestruck Books & Cafe in Cambridge, MA seeks passionate Seasonal Booksellers for the holiday season. You will greet customers, make personalized recommendations, and support events and daily store operations in a lively, inclusive environment.

Role involves upselling, POS transactions, and collaboration with the Cafe/Bar team. On-site, part-time or full-time options available during Nov–Jan with a vibrant literary community.