Lemon Tree Gifts - Hanover and Powerhouse Mall Stores

Retail Sales Associate

(Serious Inquiries Only Please)

If you are an experienced, organized, and committed retail worker, then we are looking for you!

Lemon Tree is a very special gift shop with two locations: one in the heart of Hanover, steps from the Dartmouth Green and the Hanover Inn, and the other at Powerhouse Mall, at the entrance directly across from LLBean! If you are looking for a job that puts you in daily contact with wonderful customers from all over the world; if you enjoy being surrounded with an incredible variety of fun, beautiful and interesting products; if you love interacting with people, providing exceptional customer service and enjoy the thrill of the sale; and if you prefer being part of a small family business rather than a larger corporate entity, then this job is for you!!!

Responsibilities & Duties

• Sales: Ideally will have strong sales background, understanding the art of low-key, relational sales, leading to long-term customer loyalty.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates superior communication skills, commitment to gracious and excellent customer service at all times, understanding that our customers are the only reason our doors are open.
• Operations: Excellence in all areas of store operations, including checking in and pricing of incoming product; keeping shelves stocked as product sells throughout the day; keeping store clean and neat throughout the day.
• Technology: Ability to operate computer and Point of Sale (POS) system, ability to assist with Social Media a plus.
• Merchandising: Creative in assisting with product display and merchandising, as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experienced retail professional preferred, but will train right candidate
• Strong and accurate basic math skills
• Computer, Point of Sale (POS), Social Media business posting ideal
• High School degree required, College degree preferred

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity and trustworthiness
• Mature, reliable, responsible, observant
• Accurate, organized, self-motivator and detail-oriented
• Must love all aspects of retail!
• Gracious, warm, friendly, customer-service oriented a must
• Upbeat and ready to work in an often high-paced, fun & exciting environment
• Comfort level with our wide variety of visitors - locals, students, international visitors, tourists, as well as Dartmouth parents and alumni in our Hanover location.

Additional Requirements

• Professional attire, demeanor, and appearance by adhering to company dress standards that are respectful of and promote a positive company image to our customers. This includes no visible tattoos or facial piercings.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to float between West Lebanon and Hanover stores depending on staffing needs
• Willingness to spend time learning details of product information in order to better serve our customers
• Ability to multitask, while being attentive to customers and remaining flexible to the needs of the business
• Work well in a team-driven atmosphere
• Ability to stand for the duration of the scheduled shift, 4 to 8 hours
• Ability to go up and down stairs quickly, carrying product, and to kneel, bend, twist, stretch and stoop when working on displays or putting away product.
• Ability to lift and mobilize medium to large items up to 40 lbs., while utilizing appropriate safety techniques
• Uphold store maintenance and cleanliness standards by keeping store clean and tidy throughout the day
• Comply with all company policies and procedures

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay, commensurate with experience
• Generous employee discount
• Working with fun people and product!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• We would love to hear about your interest in working at Lemon Tree, as well as your previous Specialty or Boutique Retail Experience.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hanover, NH (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hanover, NH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person