Thrift Associate

Blue Ridge Care; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement with Company Match

Thrift Shop Discount

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care Services in Winchester is seeking a dedicated Thrift Associate to help manage daily thrift shop operations, price and display donations, and provide friendly customer service.

You will work with volunteers, assist with cash handling and deposits, and maintain store cleanliness and safety while supporting hospice services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Computer literacy preferred/willingness to learn required.
• Retail experience and customer service, preferred

Responsibilities

• Price, stock, and merchandise display items for sale to create an inviting shopping experience.
• Open, close, and ensure the thrift shop operates properly during hours, maintaining high service standards.
• Work closely with volunteers, guiding and supporting them in shop operations and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate receipts of sales and donations; ensure daily deposits are accurate and timely.
• Greet customers, provide assistance and information about merchandise and our mission.
• Assist the manager in keeping shop, offices and restrooms clean and safe, with regular rotation for organization.
• Act independently to perform duties and meet community needs while supporting our mission.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

JOIN THE WINCHESTER EAST TEAM!

Per Diem (as needed Thrift Associate Needed)

ABOUT BLUE RIDGE CARE SERVICES

Blue Ridge Care works to optimize the quality of life and well-being for those members of our community affected by aging or dealing with chronic or serious illness. With a mission of brightening life’s journey for all whom we are privileged to serve, and a strategic goal to grow and expand our services to continue meeting the evolving healthcare needs of the community, Blue Ridge is “Caring for life”.

THRIFT ASSOCIATE Position Summary

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Thrift Store Associates to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with daily operations of our thrift store, including sorting donations, pricing items, and providing excellent customer service. Your work will directly contribute to raising funds that support patient care and essential hospice services.

THRIFT ASSOCIATE Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Pricing and Merchandising:Price, stock, and merchandise display items for sale in the thrift shop to create an inviting and organized shopping experience.

• Store Operations:Open, close, and ensure the thrift shop operates properly during regularly scheduled hours, maintaining high standards of customer service and operational efficiency.

• Volunteer Coordination:Work closely with volunteers, providing them with guidance and support to assist in the operations of the shop. Help the manager orient new volunteers to thrift shop procedures, office protocols, and safety precautions.

• Financial Management:Maintain accurate receipts of all sales and donations. Ensure daily deposits are accurate and completed in a timely manner.

• Customer Service:Greet all customers with a friendly and polite demeanor when they enter the store and thank each customer as they leave the shop. Provide assistance and answer questions about merchandise and our mission.

• Facility Maintenance:Assist the manager in ensuring that the shop, offices, and bathrooms are clean and safe. Rotate on a regular schedule to maintain cleanliness and organization.

• Autonomy:Act independently and responsibly to perform job duties on a consistent basis, ensuring the thrift shop meets the needs of the community and supports our mission.

THRIFT ASSOCIATE Qualifications/Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Computer literacy preferred/willingness to learn required.

• Retail experience and customer service, preferred

THRIFT ASSOCIATE Benefits

• Retirement with Company Match

• Thrift Shop Discount

Blue Ridge Care is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.