Assistant Retail Manager | Christmas Cedar Bluff

Position: FT Assistant Retail Manager | Christmas Cedar Bluff

Join a Mission That Changes Lives This Christmas Season

At KARM Stores, every item you process helps fund life-restoring services for men, women, and children across East Tennessee. During the Christmas season, our stores experience increased customer activity, and our seasonal team plays a vital role in helping us serve our community well.

If you’re looking for meaningful seasonal work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, KARM Stores is hiring Christmas Seasonal Team Members to support store operations now through January 2.

KARM Stores Christmas is back again in West Knoxville!! We are now hiring Seasonal Assistant Managers for Christmas positions.

Assistant Manager pay begins at $18-19 an hour, based on experience. Store hours are 9a - 9p, some evenings and Saturdays required. KARM Stores keyholders must be 18 or older

Why Work at KARM Stores?

Every Sunday Off — Guaranteed Competitive hourly pay based on location and experience
25% Employee Discount Mission-driven work that makes a difference Opportunity to gain retail and production experience in a fast-paced environment

Seasonal Position Details Position Type:
Seasonal Assignment Dates:
Immediate start through January 2

Schedule:

Full-Time opportunities available, including holiday and peak-season schedules as needed

Key Responsibilities

Support daily store operations, including register transactions, cash handling, and customer service

Help create a welcoming, organized, and mission-driven shopping environment

Assist with merchandising, recovery, stocking, and maintaining sales floor standards

Partner with store leadership to identify priorities on the retail floor and respond to store needs

Help train and support new team members so they can succeed in their roles

Complete daily reporting accurately, including sales reports, deposits, reconciliations, and other store paperwork

Lead by example in customer service, teamwork, dependability, and professionalism

Help communicate and model KARM Stores’ mission and core values in daily work

What Success Looks Like

Customers feel welcomed and valued

Transactions are processed accurately and efficiently

The sales floor remains organized and stocked

Productivity expectations are consistently met Dependability and punctuality are demonstrated

Qualifications

Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Previous retail, leadership, or customer service experience

Basic computer and point-of-sale system skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment

Availability to work Saturdays and flexible shifts

Commitment to working respectfully within a mission-driven workplace

Physical Requirements This role is performed in a retail environment and may involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift.

Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods

Frequent lifting, bending, and reaching

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

Moderate to heavy physical activity may be required

Additional InformationKARM Stores participates in E-Verify and confirms employment eligibility through Form I-9 documentation.

We are proud to be a second-chance employer. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants. Background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable law.

KARM Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation details: 18-19 Hourly Wage

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