Retail Sales Associate (Seasonal)

Description

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus of up to $500.00!!

Looking for a seasonal opportunity where you can make a real impact? Spend your season with Alaska Mill & Feed, helping customers care for their gardens, pets, and animals during our busiest time of year. We’re hiring a Retail Sales Associate to support our team through mid-July in a fast-paced, supportive environment where you’ll stay active, connect with people, and learn something new every day.

Our customers rely on your knowledge of gardening, pets, and animals to make confident purchase decisions. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys learning, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in being part of a reliable, customer-focused team. We are accepting applications for both part-time or full-time employment.

RESPONSIBLITIES & DUTIES

• Greet and assist customers, providing product knowledge and guidance
• Operate a cash register, ensuring accurate transactions (cash, credit, gift cards, discounts)
• Stock shelves and maintain clean, organized displays
• Assist with inventory by counting, ordering, and replenishing products
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and positive store environment
• Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships
• Practice punctual and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIIES

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods; bend, stoop and kneel frequently.
• Lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Stand and walk for extended periods on hard surfaces
• Bend, stoop, reach, and climb stairs/step ladders up to 8 feet
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check as a condition of employment
  
  

Preferred Requirements

Product knowledge preferred in one or more of the following areas: feed, seed, pet food & supplies, horse/equine, hardware, fencing, lawn & garden supplies, animal health, tack, clothing & footwear, or wild bird supplies.

SCHEDULE

Part-time, seasonal; 24 - 40 hours per week. Shifts are generally scheduled between 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Specific shift times may vary. Qualified applicants must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits also include paid sick leave and employee discounts.

• This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus of up to $500.00. The bonus will be prorated based on the employee’s hire date and, if applicable, the end-of-employment date. Eligibility and payout are contingent upon reliability and overall job performance.