Part-Time Sales Associate

Christophe Artisan Chocolatier-Patissier is an integral part of the Charleston culinary experience. Being a third generation French chef, Christophe Paume specializes in creating exquisite French pastry, the highest quality chocolate, succulent gelato, and creative chocolate structures.

Job Description

Part-time Sales Associate at the Downtown Charleston location of Christophe Artisan Chocolatier-Patissier (90 Society Street). Associate will be responsible for handling products, providing customer service, and overall shop cleanliness. Other tasks include but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Store Manager (SM) as directed.

• Completing operational procedures including but not limited to: restocking daily supplies, brewing French pressed coffee and cold brew, handling chocolate and pastries, assembling chocolate and macaron gift boxes.

• Completing daily tasks assigned by the SM in a timely and efficient manner.

• Building retail packaging for in-store use.

• Developing good customer relationships and addressing customer service needs.

• Responding to any floor changes made by the SM quickly and professionally.

*Note: the position reflected in this post is a sales associate position. Our shop is chocolate and pastry retail with no table service.

Workday Expectations

• 6 to 8 hour shifts

• Break lengths/scheduling are determined by the individual’s needs

• Weekend availability is expected

• Depending on the shift schedule, the earliest start time is 8:30 AM, and the latest time scheduled will be 6:30 PM. (Exceptions around the Holidays mentioned below, end times may be earlier or later.)

• Store Hours:

• Monday: Closed

• Tuesday: 9 AM - 4 PM

• Wednesday - Sunday: 9 AM - 6 PM

Weekend & Holiday Expectations

Holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, Easter, and Mother’s Day are extremely important and require adequate staffing. Working during the holiday season and the week leading up to Valentine’s Day is mandatory. There is flexibility towards not working the entire schedule. This position does not have a set schedule and requires working on the weekends. Individual availability is taken into consideration and accommodated when possible.

Holiday Shop Closure:

December 24th: Close Early

December 25th-26th: CLOSED

December 31st: Close Early

January 1-2: CLOSED

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly

• Responsible, goal oriented, and organized

• Strong initiative and the ability to self-assign tasks that need to be completed

• Ability to make quick decisions and work in a fast-paced environment

• Great interpersonal skills while being customer service-oriented

• Excellent time management

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask

• Confident, proactive and willing to take on challenges

• Great listening skills and able to take direction from SM

Education and Training Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Keyholding experience (preferred)

Minimum 1 years experience in a retail or sales position (preferred)

Food and beverage background (strongly encouraged)

Compensation Package

$13-15/hour

Reduced pay for training

Opportunity for advancement if more responsibilities are taken on

Cash tips

Employee Discount

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $15