Part-Time Thrift Store Associate

The Part‑Time Thrift Store Associate helps with the Elevate Thrift Store to generate revenues to support Elevate Branson programs. The Thrift Store Associate carries out all retail operations including register operations, customer service, store appearance, and interactions with patrons. Primary Responsibilities Control inventory by sorting, pricing, and displaying donated items. Efficiently operate the point of sale system. Consistently monitor store safety and aesthetic and take corrective action when needed. Accurately receive payments by cash, check, credit cards or vouchers and issue change to customers. Count money, calculate total payments received, and reconcile with total sales. Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas, and complete other general cleaning duties. Interact with customers and donors to build a positive relationship. Serve customers courteously, efficiently and ensure the highest standards of customer service at all times. Maintain awareness of all promotions and advertising. Be available to work on Saturdays and variable shifts. Minimum Requirements Fully support the Elevate Branson missions, visions, values, and staff. At least 1 year of experience in a customer‑focused position. Experience in a retail environment (preferred). Effective communication skills (strong oral and written) and ability to work well with people from diverse socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds. Basic math and money‑counting skills. Knowledge of Point of Sale systems. Problem‑solving ability, good decision making, attention to detail, and prioritization of multiple projects simultaneously. Physical Requirements Frequent walking, standing, bending, squatting, pulling and pushing. Occasionally lift items up to 30 pounds to a height up to 6 feet. Occasionally carry items up to 30 pounds for distances up to 25 feet. Visual ability to see details at close range (within a few feet). Reaching (both below and above shoulder level), kneeling, bending at the waist, pushing, pulling, twisting, and rotating required. Repetitive hand motion required. #J-18808-Ljbffr