Salesperson for Retail Sales

FriendShip Retail Sales Associate
Hourly Pay starting at $15.00! Weekly Pay | Flexible Hours | Promotions | Bonuses | Benefits
FriendShip is Ohio's only employee-owned convenience store operator. Our Retail Sales Associates are the heart of our stores - delivering Wicked Awesome Customer Service and supporting clean, safe, well-run locations that our guests count on. This is hands-on, fast-paced work, done as part of a team that looks out for one another and takes pride in serving the community. Employee ownership means shared responsibility and shared success - including a retirement benefit that grows over time to support your future financial security, alongside pay and benefits that support you today.
A FriendShip Retail Sales Associate is responsible for delivering amazing customer service, maintaining a clean and bright store, and where applicable, preparing fresh, ready and delicious menu items. This role carries out daily store operations through customer engagement, accurate transactions, product stocking and merchandising, and pride in a clean, welcoming environment. Associates help ensure every guest receives friendly, reliable service and every team member experiences a professional, people-first workplace.
A customer first, safety minded approach focused on exceeding expectations.
Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
The Retail Sales Associate brings the FriendShip experience to life by delivering amazing customer service, maintaining a clean and bright store, and where applicable, preparing fresh, ready and delicious menu items. This role carries out daily store operations through customer engagement, accurate transactions, product stocking and merchandising, and pride in a clean, welcoming environment. Associates help ensure every guest receives friendly, reliable service and every team member experiences a professional, people-first workplace.
Providing friendly and efficient customer service, answering questions, and resolving concerns in a professional manner
Maintain product and food presentation that reflects our standards of quality, freshness, and pride
Demonstrate reliability: arrive prepared, on time, and ready to serve guests
Accurately complete all cashier functions including ringing sales, handling cash and card payments, balancing registers, and following established cash-handling procedures
Stock, rotate, and maintain merchandise in coolers, freezers, shelves, and counter areas to ensure product freshness, proper labeling, and visual appeal
Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to management to prevent shortages and overstock situations
Execute store standards to maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety both inside and outside the store location
Complete assigned shift paperwork and operational tasks, including gas price changes, safe counts, and cigarette counts
Food Service (where applicable):
Prepare, cook, and serve food items according to established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and prep area in compliance with Company and regulatory guidelines
Follow all Company, local, and state health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
Monitor food temperatures, storage conditions, and expiration dates to maintain product integrity and minimize waste
Support inventory management processes, including ordering, maintaining prep lists, par counts, and completing base sheets.
Adhere to proper food handling, rotation (FIFO), and storage procedures
High School Diploma or G.Required to complete Level 1 ServSafe Certification after hire; Experience working in a fast-paced retail or customer-facing environment while following established procedures.
Availability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on store needs.
Professional, customer-focused communication style.
Experience in retail, convenience, customer-facing roles, or quick-service restaurants
Familiarity with food preparation or food-safety procedures (for Kitchen stores)
Physical Demands and Environmental Condition:
Exposure to outdoor weather (emptying trash, handling deliveries, clearing walkways of snow, etc.)
Working in general store conditions (noise, aromas, refrigerated areas)