Seasonal Merchandise Associate

Seasonal Merchandise Associate

Job Family: Retail Sales

Job Title: Temporary Associate

Location: Central Park Zoo

Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal

Department: Merchandise

Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $17/hour

Schedule: Must be able to work 2-5 days per week including weekends and holidays. Schedule varies and is dependent on weather and guest attendance; schedule subject to change through the spring and summer.

Earn your stripes in sales and service! With a warm and welcoming smile, help our guests choose the perfect souvenirs to take home. If you are looking for a fast-paced, fun environment to show off your customer service skills, join us at WCS.

Essential duties may include:

• Making change and collecting money from guest for WCS merchandise
• Actively seek out and engage guest with a friendly greeting and smile
• Stock shelves and process deliveries to maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Maintain general knowledge of park amenities to provide excellent service to our guest

PERKS of Working with Us:

• Free employee access to 5 Parks: surround yourself with animals of all kinds and getting the opportunity to interact and engage with like-minded individuals
• Complimentary Parking
• Complimentary Guest Park Tickets (After 45 days)
• Company provided uniforms
• Park Discounts on Merchandise, Food purchases, Memberships and Daily Complimentary Meal
• Serve Safe Certification Training/ Food Handler Certification Reimbursements
• Access to online learning and tuition discounts with Monroe College
• Earned Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Banking

Position requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and/or move 20-50 pounds
• Comfortable being exposed to cold and hot weather conditions
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team

EOE/ AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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