Store Associate

Shoe Carnival, Inc.; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Flexible part-time hours

Job summary

Shoe Carnival, Inc. is hiring a Store Associate to help customers, find shoes and accessories, and manage transactions at the register.

You will greet shoppers, promote promotions, and maintain neat displays in a fast-paced, friendly retail environment. This part-time role offers on-the-job training and growth opportunities, with emphasis on excellent customer service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Great communication and listening skills.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to count cash and perform basic math accurately.
• Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Basic math

Flexibility

16+ years old

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.