Johnson String Instrument
1029 Chestnut Street
Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464
Date Posted:
October 25, 2024
Region:
Eastern Massachusetts
Category:
Retail/Sales/Waitstaff
Type:
Full-Time
Retail Sales Associate
Description:
Are you a string player? Does the opportunity to spread the joy of music excite you? Johnson String Instrument is looking for a friendly Retail Sales Associate with excellent people skills to join our customer-facing Retail Store team. Our storefront is a vibrant place w we assist string players of all levels, from beginners to professionals. Recognized for ourmitment to personal service, Johnson String Instrument is dedicated to bringing the empowerment and pleasure of music to all. Our team isprised of musicians who enjoy working together and helping people on their musical journeys.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting with registration for rental instruments, including instrument fitting and selection
Retail sales of accessories, sheet music, and student instruments; making product rmendations, giving knowledgeable answers to customer inquiries
Processing POS transactions using a cash register and software designed for Johnson String Instrument
Merchandising, creating product displays, and overall maintenance of the storefront
Participate in ongoing training regarding products and policies
Assist with special projects and perform other related duties as directed or required
Full-time: 40hrs/wk, Saturdays required. Applicants should be prepared to have availability for all business hours (Tuesday-Saturday).
Part-time: Under 30hrs/wk. Saturdays required. Applicants should have availability at least three days per week (Tuesday-Saturday), including Saturday.
Applicants must have availability during our busiest seasons: September, June, and mid-November through January 2nd.
Qualifications:
Plays a string instrument (violin, viola, cello, and/or double bass)
Music degree strongly preferred
Professional demeanor
Friendly, outgoing personality; enjoys helping others
Ability to work well in a team
Self-motivated; thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Effective verbal and writtenmunication skills. Must be a patient, courteous listener, able to show empathy
Ability to multitask on time-sensitive projects
Basicputer skills required
Sense of humor strongly encouraged
Retail/sales experience preferred
Saturday availability required (9 AM - 5 PM)
Benefits (Full-Time):
Medical Benefits including Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
401(k) withpany matching
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Physical Job Requirements:
This is an active role; Employees spend shifts standing, walking around, and using stairs. Must befortable standing for up to 4 hours at a time, and have the ability to lift books, products, and instruments (up to 25 lbs).
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour.