Store Associate

Shoe Carnival, Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Flexible hours

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Shoe Carnival, Inc. in Ankeny, IA is seeking a friendly Store Associate to help customers, stock shelves, and run the register. You’ll greet shoppers, answer questions, share promotions, and keep displays neat in a fast-paced retail environment.

This role offers flexible part-time hours, on-the-job training, and growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Greet customers and help finding shoes and accessories.
• Operate the register, handle cash, give change and process returns.
• Share promotions and Shoe Perks program with customers.
• Keep displays neat, organized, and well-stocked.
• Support loss prevention and store cleanliness.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with finding shoes and accessories.
• Operate the register, handle cash, provide change, and process returns.
• Promote Shoe Perks and current promotions to customers.
• Maintain neat, organized displays and restock merchandise.
• Assist with store cleanliness and loss prevention tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Physical stamina

Tools

POS system

Job description

Love shoes? Love helping people? Join our team at Shoe Carnival! We’re looking for a friendly, enthusiastic Store Associate who enjoys creating great experiences for customers. If you have strong people skills, a positive attitude, and can handle basic math while working a register, you might be the perfect fit.

What You'll Do:

• Greet customers and offer help finding shoes and accessories
• Operate the register: handle cash, give change, and process returns
• Use basic math and counting skills for transactions
• Share promotions and Shoe Perks program with customers
• Keep displays neat, organized, and well-stocked
• Support loss prevention and store cleanliness

What We're Looking For:

• Great communication and listening skills
• Strong customer service mindset
• Ability to count cash and perform basic math accurately
• Comfortable working on your feet and lifting up to 25 lbs
• Flexible availability (evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Must be at least 16 years old

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Supportive team environment
• Flexible part-time hours
• On-the-job training and opportunities to grow
• A fun, fast-paced retail atmosphere

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs during shifts
• Comfortable bending, squatting, and reaching for merchandise
• Able to move quickly in a fast-paced store environment

Shoe Carnival is an Equal Opportunity Employer.