Retail Associate

Kiawah Island Club Retail AssociateThe prestigious and private Kiawah Island Club has an immediate opening for experienced full-time Retail Associate. This is not a typical retail sales job. To deliver the kind of personalized attention our Club is known for and that our Members deserve, we require polished and professional sales associates with strong social skills. The ability to read and respond to social cues is essential.This is a Full Time position.Key Responsibilities:Welcoming Members and their guests to the shopAnswering questions and assisting with purchasesCompleting sales and end of shift accountingOpening and closing proceduresAssist in maintaining proper inventory levels in retail shopsAssist in the running of smooth and accurate inventories at the end of each monthUphold and enforce club policies and protocolCustomer ServiceDeliver enticing product knowledge of all merchandiseRecord, order, receive and complete transactions for special ordersRecord member preferencesAssist in creating appealing visual displays to enhance salesFold, steam and arrange merchandise dailyWork collectively with teammates to ensure shop cleanlinessAssist Director of Retail in special retail events for membersCandidates must be willing and able to work in hot weather conditions, at the peak of summerCandidates must be willing and able to lift 20lbs, and able to be on their feet for long periods of timeCandidates must be willing and able to work a 40-hour work week, either AM or PM shifts including weekdays, weekends, and holidaysQualifications & Skills:Experience at a high-end private facility is a plusPrevious customer service experience at a high-end boutique or other similar retail business preferredProfessional appearance and positive attitudeBasic computer and point-of-sale system knowledge preferredFlexible schedule including holidays and weekendsPassion for hospitality and Member and guest experienceInterest in retail merchandising and boutique operationsAbility to remain calm and professional during busy seasonal periodsPhysical Requirements:Ability to stand or sit for long period of timeAbility to lift, carry, and move merchandise up to 25 poundsFrequent bending, reaching, stooping, and stocking of retail displaysComfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying coastal weather conditionsAbility to maintain a professional appearance and energy level throughout shiftsAbility to talk and hear, both in person and on the telephone, to exchange information.The position is eligible for full employee benefits and rich perks including:Free gym membershipMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceHealth insurance rebatesEmployer provided short and long term disability insuranceA complimentary Costco membershipFree staff meals, provided twice daily401(k) with match availablePaid vacation and sick hoursFree and convenient parkingIn person applications are welcome between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 253 Gardeners Circle Suite 210, Kiawah Island, SC 29455.Benefits are available to full-time employees after a waiting period and include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, 401(k), Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Telehealth, Health/ Dependent care spending account, wellness program and generous paid time off including 12 vacation days, 6 sick days and 9 paid holidays per year. KP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that uses EVerify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, KP and its affiliates do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.