Third Key Holder - Lake Forest

Hollywood Feed; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Employee discounts

Free pet food and supplements

Job summary

Hollywood Feed Lake Forest is seeking a Third Key Holder to support the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager. You will open and close the store, assist customers, and ensure safe, efficient operations while upholding our policy: Do what is right by the customer.

This role requires weekend availability, strong product knowledge, and leadership to guide team members. You will manage POS duties, stock replenishment, and daily store maintenance, helping deliver friendly service and pet-loving

Qualifications

• Commitment to animals and their owners is vital at Hollywood Feed.
• Strong verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Proven sales and customer service abilities.
• Knowledge of store products or ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to operate or learn the point-of-sale system.
• Valid driver's license with at least 2 years' driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Arriving prior to opening and remaining after closing to ensure the store is fully prepared for business operations.
• Assuming managerial responsibilities in the event of management absences.
• Greet and assist customers in accordance with Hollywood Feed's established customer service standards.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of store products to effectively address the needs of both pets and customers.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with supervisors and coworkers.
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, providing support and training to new employees.
• Open availability including weekend shifts and closing 3 nights per week.
• Unload and properly stock product deliveries.
• Operate the Hollywood Feed POS system: opening/closing registers, creating customer accounts, processing transactions, and inventory tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Communication

POS system

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-Sale System (POS)

Job description

Third Key Holder - Lake Forest (240 E Deerpath Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045)

Hollywood Feed was established in the 1950s, in Memphis, TN, as a pet supply store with friendly and knowledgeable service. More than half a century later, our love for pets is who we are today. Our associates are family and the face of each location. We care about each other, our pets, and our customers. Come and experience the passion and drive that makes Hollywood Feed what it is today.

Job Summary

The Third Key Holder, who reports to the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, opens and closes the store, serves customers, and ensures safe, efficient, and profitable operations while upholding Hollywood Feed's first policy: "Do what is right by the customer."

This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $15.50/hr. to $18/hr.

Key Responsibilities

• Arriving prior to opening and remaining after closing to ensure the store is fully prepared for business operations.
• Assuming managerial responsibilities in the event of management absences.
• Greet and assist customers in accordance with Hollywood Feed's established customer service standards.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of store products to effectively address the needs of both pets and customers.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with supervisors and coworkers.
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, providing support and training to new employees.
• Expected to have open and weekend availability including closing 3 nights per week.
• Unload and properly stock product deliveries.
• Obtain proficiency in operating the Hollywood Feed point-of-sales system, including:
  • Opening and closing registers.
  • Creating customer accounts.
  • Processing customer transactions.
  • Performing inventory management tasks such as cycle counts.
• Participate in all scheduled Hollywood Feed educational sessions.
• Complete routine weekly store maintenance, including restroom cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting, setting up displays, updating prices, and related duties.
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.
• Safely operate company vehicles and deliver Same Day Delivery orders in accordance with Hollywood Feed policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Commitment to animals and their owners is vital at Hollywood Feed.
• Strong verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Proven sales and customer service abilities.
• Knowledge of store products or ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to operate or learn the point-of-sale system.
• Valid driver's license with at least 2 years' driving experience (including learner's permit period).

Physical Requirements

• Must be 18 or older.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. overhead and stock shelves repeatedly.
• Can bend, kneel, push, pull, reach, twist frequently.
• Able to stand and walk for 8-10 hours.
• Can climb ladders often to access products.
• Meet Safe Driving Policy and willing to drive company delivery vehicle.
• Utilize company approved biometric authentication systems and safely operate company equipment incorporating biometric, video, audio and other safety technologies. Reasonable accommodation requests will be evaluated through the interactive process in accordance with applicable law.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

In addition to competitive wages and benefits, retail employees receive tips, and all employees enjoy generous discounts plus free pet food and supplements as Hollywood Feed team members.

The description above outlines the overall purpose and responsibilities of the job, but it does not include every possible duty, expectation, or task. This should not be considered a complete list of all responsibilities.

Hollywood Feed is an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.