Seasonal Spice Shop Associate — Gift Boxes & Service

Oaktown Spice Shop; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Annual bonus

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health, dental and vision benefits

Retirement savings match

Job summary

Oaktown Spice Shop in Oakland, CA is seeking a seasonal spice associate who loves food and delivering great service. This temporary role starts at 5–10 hours per week in October and increases to 16 hours per week in November, with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2026.

You will assist on the sales floor, operate the cash register, educate customers about our products, restock shelves, pack pickup orders and create gift boxes, while maintaining a clean, welcoming shop and supporting the

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, food or customer service.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Able to handle fast-paced customer situations.
• Willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service on the sales floor.
• Operate the cash register and process purchases.
• Fill customer orders and check out customers.
• Educate customers about products.
• Assist customers in person and over the phone.
• Restock shelves and maintain a clean store.
• Prepare and pack pickup orders.
• Create custom gift boxes.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Team player

Weekend/evening/holiday flexibility

Job description

Oaktown Spice Shop in Oakland, CA is seeking a seasonal spice associate who loves food and delivering great service. This temporary role starts at 5–10 hours per week in October and increases to 16 hours per week in November, with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2026.

You will assist on the sales floor, operate the cash register, educate customers about our products, restock shelves, pack pickup orders and create gift boxes, while maintaining a clean, welcoming shop and supporting the