Gift Clerk - Renton

About Us:

Uwajimaya is more than just a grocery store — we’re a vibrant cultural destination with a rich history rooted in family, community, and food. Since 1928, we’ve grown into the Pacific Northwest’s premier Asian retailer, known for our wide selection, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to sharing the diverse traditions of Asian cultures. We take pride in creating a one-of-a-kind experience for customers and employees alike — one that’s centered around food, culture, and people.

Why Join Uwajimaya?

At Uwajimaya, we believe in nurturing growth — in our communities, our customers, and our team members. We foster an environment built on collaboration, curiosity, and care. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make a meaningful impact in a workplace that values tradition, innovation, and connection.

Who We're Looking For We’re looking for team members who are collaborative, thoughtful, and passionate about making a difference. Whether you’re serving customers, supporting operations, or leading a team, you bring a people-first mindset and a strong work ethic. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and believe in the power of inclusion, community, and connection — you’ll feel right at home here.

To thrive at Uwajimaya, you should embody our core competencies:

Functional/Technical

Skills:

You possess the necessary functional and technical knowledge to perform your job at a high level.

Customer Focus:
You are dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements, using feedback for improvements, and building effective relationships based on trust and respect.

Action Oriented:
You enjoy working hard, are full of energy for challenging tasks, and seize opportunities with minimal planning.

Peer Relationships:
You can find common ground with peers, solve problems collaboratively, and are seen as a cooperative team player who encourages collaboration.

Self-Development:
You are committed to continuous self-improvement, adapt to different situations, and work to develop your strengths while addressing weaknesses.

We offer:

A flexible, inclusive, and friendly work culture

Competitive starting wages

Paid holidays from day one Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefitsA generous retirement plan

Paid time off, long-term disability, and life insurance

Employee discounts on food and gift items

Supplemental insurance options

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Position Summary:

The Gift Clerk at Uwajimaya is responsible for delivering excellent customer service by assisting customers with gift items, ensuring attractive merchandise displays, and maintaining accurate pricing. This role involves restocking shelves, upselling products, and providing a positive shopping experience for customers.

Position’s

Key Responsibilities:

Provide excellent customer service and maintain a friendly and approachable demeanor.

Greet customers warmly, offer product knowledge and use effective sales techniques to increase sales.

Creatively showcase products daily, aligning with seasonal changes, holidays, and promotions.

Stock and replenish shelves, ensuring correct pricing, alignment, and uniformity. Regularly rotate, face, and dust products.

Monitor inventory levels, prevent out-of-stock situations, and inform managers about necessary product orders.

Process phone orders, prepare merchandise for pickup, and facilitate transfers between stores when required.

Possess in-depth knowledge of products and their locations to assist customers effectively.

Keep the work area clean and safe, ensuring a pleasant shopping environment.

Other duties as assigned.

Starting Pay: $22.66/hr., Depending on Experience Pay Range: $22.66– $27.47/hr uwajimaya participates in E-Verify…