State Fair Sales Associate

Commitment and Career Growth * Comprehensive Benefits * Work-Life Balance * Community

At Nordic Ware we have a passion for creating innovative, high quality, American-made kitchenware. We benefit from a collaborative, connected, value-driven culture. For 75+ years our products have enhanced food preparation and brought people together at tables around the world. Our employees take pride in the products we make, and many choose a lifetime career here. Come join us!

Want to get paid while enjoying the Minnesota State Fair? Sign up to be a Nordic Ware State Fair Sales Associate! Have fun at the fair, while also supporting Nordic Ware! Enjoy free parking and admission to the Minnesota State Fair on your scheduled workdays, plus one extra admission ticket for another day.

The hourly wage for this position will generally be $15.00-17.00 based on qualifications. Current Nordic Ware employees will be paid no less than their regular rate for hours worked in this position.

What you will get to do:

• Greet customers warmly and assist them in finding products, answering questions, and offering product recommendations
• Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale (POS) system, handling credit and electronic payments
• Maintain a clean and organized sales floor, including restocking shelves, arranging displays, and ensuring products are properly labeled
• Stay up to date with product knowledge, promotions, and company policies to provide accurate information to customers
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, adhering to the state fair booth's dress code and customer service standards

What you'll bring to the role:

• Basic computer skills are required, and basic register skills are preferred
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers and team members
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with a friendly and approachable attitude
• Excellent attendance and timeliness are required
• Ability to work scheduled shifts throughout the State Fair, including evenings and weekends. Weekend availability is strongly preferred.
• Experience in cooking and baking is preferred
• A willingness to learn about products, details, and functions

Physical Requirements*:

• Position requires the ability to stand and remain in a stationary position for extended periods throughout a shift.
• Ability to move throughout the booth environments.
• Capacity to communicate clearly with customers and understand instructions from team members.
• Must be able to move up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Requires reaching, grasping, and physical movement to stock products occasionally.

*Physical Requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

About Us:

Nordic Ware is a leading manufacturer of high quality and innovative kitchenware products. By designing products of superior value, producing them in the United States whenever possible, and marketing them worldwide, we enrich people's lives by adding utility, convenience and enjoyment to the preparation of food.

We strive to offer attentive service that exceeds our customers' expectations, to produce environmentally sound products, and to provide a safe and rewarding work experience for our employees.

We recognize that a growing return on our efforts and investments is essential to maintain our leadership position. We are committed to ethical conduct in all matters and to earning the trust and confidence of our customers, suppliers, employees and of our community.

Nordic Ware is an Equal Opportunity Employer