Retail Associate (32+ hrs/week)

La Cuisine is GROWING and HIRING! Applications are being accepted now thru Sept 14, or until position is filled.

Are you.... High energy, driven to complete tasks efficiently and in a timely manner, Customer Service minded, Able to see the big picture using strong judgment to see what is in the best interests of the business and the customer, and Like to cook, entertain, has an appreciation for hospitality and community? We are looking for a 35 hr/week associate, who may have the opportunity to grow into a managerial position.

Job Duties: The optimum candidate will be able to deliver unparalleled customer service, in addition to, and more specifically:

• Be a self-starter who is willing to think creatively and have a growth mindset
• ?Deliver customer service that is supportive, thoughtful and proactive
• ?A background and interest in cooking and/or entertaining and the companionable supplies and tools
• ?Support customers in their selection and purchase of kitchen & dining products
• Assist with merchandising new inventory and regularly changing displays, manage well organized and fully stocked merchandise on the floor and in storage
• ?I?n-process arriving inventory, out process online orders for pickup and shipping
• ?Support chefs and attendees in cooking classes, to include serving, dishes, kitchen prep and cleanup, sales transactions, and taking photos/video
• ?Demonstrate a passion for creating a beautiful and welcoming home, cooking, and building community
• Building relationships with customers by offering a specialized experience to include conversation, product education, gift wrapping, and offering complimentary food and drink

Required Qualifications: A thoughtful and creative individual who is highly detail orientated, self-motivated with attentiveness to deadlines, and a thoughtful problem solver is required. The applicant should have experience in either retail or hospitality related tasks.  Shopify experience is a plus!

Associates must have some monthly availability on evenings and at least two Saturdays/month to support regular business activities, including cooking classes, and open hours of Tue - Sat 10-5:30.

We Offer:

• Professional retail and product training
• ?Competitive with local rates, dependent upon experience
• Slightly less than full time hours (up to 35 hours/week) in a woman owned, small business dedicated to building community around the table, between our partners, clients, friends & neighbors
• A daily employee, 32+ hours/week qualifies for PTO; sick leave and vacation
• Advanced cooking instruction while working cooking classes with local chef
• Generous employee discount
• With top-notch performance, a potential full-time career, including a potential management option as the business grows. 

Position begins immediately.