Retail Employee

Overview

The Retail Employee / Project Specialist is responsible for performing a range of duties that ensures our customers have an amazing experience whether shopping in our store or picking up an order. This is a part‑time, seasonal position with an anticipated end‑date of August 29th.

• Welcomes and greets all customers either as Host in the front entrance or throughout the store
• Connects with our customers throughout the store suggesting solutions to their organizational challenges
• Designs and sells custom closets and other storage and organization solutions
• Serves as a register person with strong focus on providing a great customer experience during check out
• Introduces and enrolls customers in our rewards program
• Works merchandise processing during early morning or evenings (based on the schedule)
• Maintains the sales floor – keeping shelves full and presented according to brand standards.
• Supports carry‑out to customers’ cars whether through curbside or in the parking lot/garages.
• Assists with cleaning routines around the store – including dusting, restrooms and vacuuming
• Processes customers’ orders for curbside pick‑up and/or delivery
• Organizes the stockroom, ensuring it is well‑maintained to support selling efforts of the store
• Adheres to the time expectations established for the role, performing tasks with accuracy and timeliness, while exhibiting pace and attention to detail
• Actively engages with customers to solve their organizational challenges

Here’s a peek at what you can expect:

• Rewarding pay – starting at $17.00 an hour, up to $18.00 an hour
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity
• Unique “1equals3” website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates
• Competitive sick pay and PTO plan
• Full‑time associates also receive:
  Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Family‑focused support: parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, fertility & maternity support program
• Work‑life balance boosters: paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and transportation benefits program
• Discounts: hefty discount on our products, custom spaces, services, gift cards, and pet insurance
• Recognition: service awards, retirement gifts, celebrations of core principles, and recognition of daily contributions
• Diversity: participation in Employee Resource and Affinity Groups, community give‑back, and cultural heritage celebrations

• High school diploma preferred
• Retail sales experience a plus
• Strong computer skills
• Enjoys engaging with people and connecting with customers
• Understands retail is an ever‑changing industry and requires flexibility in scheduling
• Must be at least 18 years of age

The Container Store promotes a smoke‑free, drug‑free environment.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.