What are the responsibilities and job description for the Store Associate position at Pointe B Dance & Gymnastics Supply?
About Pointe B Dance & Gymnastics Supply
Pointe B is a new dance and gymnastics retail store opening in Westerly, RI, serving dancers, gymnasts, and their families throughout South County RI and southeastern Connecticut. We carry trusted brands and we're committed to providing expert, personalized fittings and outstanding customer service to our dance and gymnastics community.
The Role
We're looking for a friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented Store Associate to help us deliver a great in-store experience. This is a hands-on role that combines customer service, product knowledge, and the everyday work of running a specialty retail shop. Experience in the dance or gymnastics world as a dancer, gymnast, dance parent, studio staff, or similar is strongly preferred, since familiarity with sizing, brands, and the needs of dancers and their families will help you connect with our customers right away.
What You'll Do
Customer Service: Greet and assist customers, answer questions aboutproducts and sizing, and help create a warm, welcoming shopping experience for dancers, gymnasts, and parents
Shoe & Apparel Fitting: Fit customers for dance shoes, gymnastics apparel, and related gear; learn and apply proper sizing techniques across our core brands
Stocking & Merchandising: Receive, tag, and shelve inventory; keep displays organized, full, and visually appealing
Store Cleanliness: Maintain a clean, tidy, and organized sales floor, fitting area, and stockroom
General Support: Assist with opening/closing procedures, light administrative tasks, and other duties as needed to keep the store running smoothly
What We're Looking For
Prior experience or personal background in dance and/or gymnastics strongly preferred (studio experience, competitive background, dance parent knowledge, etc.)
Prior retail, customer service, or fitting experience a plus
Friendly, patient, and comfortable working with children, teens, and parents
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
Comfortable on your feet and able to lift/carry stock (up to ~25 lbs)
Available for a mix of weekday, evening, and weekend shifts (up to 20 hours/week)
Nice to Have
Familiarity with dance and gymnastics product lines like Capezio, Bloch, GK Elite, Plum Practicewear, or Destira
Interest in eventually training toward pointe shoe fitting certification as the role grows
To Apply
Fill out the application form here: https://forms.gle/nHQrBiqYuNAFcKbn6
Pointe B Dance & Gymnastics Supply is an equal opportunity employ
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 13.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19