Temporary​/Part Time Sales Associate; AVL

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At East Fork, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace – we are a community committed to inclusivity and excellence. Our mission is woven into everything we do: to set a beautiful and abundant table. For us, craft isn't just about the products we create; it's about the meticulous care and spirit with which we create them.

Whether you're shaping clay, managing operations, or supporting our community initiatives, you'll find a place where your contributions are cherished and your growth is nurtured.

The Sales Associate position upholds and embodies East Fork Pottery's high standards for person-centered, tailor-fit customer service. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively work with the Store Manager & fellow Store Associates to help meet and exceed monthly sales goals, while promoting the East Fork atmosphere. This part-time, temporary position will end effective January 3rd, 2027.

• Implement strategies from management to reach sales goals
• Be able to speak knowledgeably about every product we carry in our store
• Demonstrate selling and product knowledge strategies to determine the customer's needs and offer suggestions or alternatives
• Ensure the highest level of customer care
• Serve as an extension of the brand by aligning with East Fork Mission, Vision and Values
• Ensure a customer's positive final impression at the cash wrap by following/ensuring staff follow all company procedures
• Relay inventory/supply needs to Store Manager in a timely manner
• Maintain general organization and cleanliness of storefront and storage rooms
• Assist store management in receiving orders and processing shipment
• Assist Store Manager in store inventory counts
• Follow proper security procedures to protect employees, customers, and company assets
• Have a good working knowledge of the technical aspects of our operation as it applies to customer inquiries
• Open and close the store according to task list
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Other tasks as needed

Store Manager

Regional Store Staff, Customer Experience Team, Fulfillment Team

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12-20 hours per week scheduled throughout Monday-Sunday

Regular weekends and holiday schedule

This position is Temporary, part-time, non-exempt.

Our Retail location located at 15 W Walnut St, Asheville, NC 28801

East Fork shall pay you $23.15 hourly at Pay Grade 1

• Ability to respect and communicate across lines of cultural differences
• Ability to address conflict by assuming positive intent and seeking to understand
• Ability to embrace a mistake without fault
• A commitment to center the active process of self awareness
• Strong skill set in using technology and systems efficiently
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to meet performance metrics
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

• Extensive physical exertions which includes but are not limited to:
• Lifting of up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Repetitive bending and arm motions
• Ability to adhere to all safety protocols

East Fork is located in Asheville, NC , Washington DC, and Brooklyn, NY. At our heart we are makers. We produce every piece of ceramics we sell and source other objects for the home from near and far to offer a meaningful, beautiful, and personal collection of useful objects for the home

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