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Have you always wanted to work in a bookstore?  Come and be part of our story!  Please see below for the job positions we are currently hiring for.  If a particular position is speaking to you, please contact us at info@sandbarbookstore.com for more information!  

 

Job Openings

Bookseller - Part Time

Job Description

Love books and reading? If you enjoy working with people, learning and sharing about great books, this may be your perfect opportunity!  We are seeking a part time bookseller to join our team.  Hours are flexible and can range from 10 - 25 hours per week, depending on need and your availability. Our ideal candidate is a bright, highly-motivated bibliophile who possesses strong customer service skills and a passion for all things books!

Reports To:  General Manager/Owner

Responsibilities:

  • Welcoming customers to the store and confidently directing them in their search
  • Engage customers in conversation to learn more about their wants and needs
  • Help ensure customer satisfaction by making recommendations, offering to find and obtain books not in stock, troubleshooting problems through to a positive outcome, and taking initiative to make sure no one leaves the store without finding something to satisfy their wants and needs
  • Constantly learn about new merchandise
  • Merchandise the store according to store guidelines so merchandise can be located by customers and colleagues
  • Contribute to the shopping experience by keeping staff recommendations fresh and writing shelf-talkers 
  • Assist in creating inviting displays as requested
  • Enlist the support of others when necessary
  • Perform in inventory and point-of-sale tasks with accuracy

All members of the bookselling team:

  • Assist colleagues as needed
  • Help keep the store clean and organized
  • Read staff communications and attend team meetings
  • Show consideration for colleagues by being on time
  • Adhere to store procedures and guidelines
  • Offer constructive feedback on ways the store can be improved
  • Maintain positive relationships with others
  • Represent the store in a professional manner when assisting with off-site activities

Qualifications & Characteristics – Bookseller

  • Friendly and collaborative attitude
  • Resourceful
  • Interest in and appreciation for books and reading
  • Interest in learning about all merchandise carried in the store
  • Accurate and thorough with tasks
  • Clear and understandable manner of speaking
  • Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Listens and asks appropriate questions to gather pertinent information
  • Shows good judgment
  • Seeks support from others when necessary
  • Takes initiative
  • Seeks positive outcomes
  • Offers critical feedback from a productive perspective

Remember, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, email us today!