Gift Shop Associate

Part-time DescriptionThe Gift Shop Associate operates in various locations at Atlanta Botanical Garden and works closely with customers to determine their needs and answer their questions about our products. The Gift Shop associate must stay up to date with product features and maintain our shop’s visual appearance in high standards.Key ResponsibilitiesGreet guests with a smile and a verbal welcome using an enthusiastic and pleasant mannerProcess all Point of Sale transactions and functions accuratelyOpening, closing, and balancing cash drawerPromote and actively sell Gift Shop productMaintaining sales floor appearances by restocking throughout shiftPrice and check new product before it is put on the sales floor/stockroomSell and reload parking cards for guestsProvide guests with directions to ticketing and food venues, offices, and special eventsMaintain clean working environmentMaintain a working relationship with other departments to ensure up-to-date garden knowledgeRequirementsMinimum of one year experience in hospitality or customer service industry preferredMinimum of one year retail experience preferredMust be able to maintain a good working relationship with coworkersMust be able to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidaysMust have excellent communication skills and sense of appropriateness to converse with employees and guestsMust be able to responsibly handle large sums of moneyMust be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measureMust be able to understand a personal computer’s basic functions and operate itMust be able to take direction from others in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to work independently and as part of a teamMust have reliable transportationThe above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job.It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.Atlanta Botanical Garden Core ValuesConservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mindExcellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the GardenInspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyoneIntegrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communicationRespect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regardSalary Description $15.00/hr