Full-Time Retail Cashier Associate
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Role Overview
The Retail Cashier Associate provides friendly, efficient, and professional service to Grandfather Mountain guests while accurately processing sales transactions and supporting the daily operation of the retail departments. This position is responsible for cash handling, point-of-sale operations, facility cleanliness, inventory support, and achieving department sales goals.
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Position Summary
The Retail Cashier Associate provides friendly, efficient, and professional service to Grandfather Mountain guests while accurately processing sales transactions and supporting the daily operation of the retail departments. This position is responsible for cash handling, point-of-sale operations, facility cleanliness, inventory support, and achieving department sales goals.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Willingness to support coworkers and assist with department operations
- Ability to accurately count and handle U.S. currency
- Good manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and professional conduct
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Training Requirements
- Complete on-the-job training in cash handling and point-of-sale register operation
- Attend park-wide orientation at the earliest scheduled opportunity
Physical and Safety Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods, including shifts of up to 12 hours
- Ability to lift more than 20 pounds
- Follow all park safety, health, and first-aid guidelines
- Responsible for personal health and safety
- Follow the park-wide speed limit of 20 mph and 2 mph through the front gate
- Perform cleaning and maintenance duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing, garbage collection, etc.
General Responsibilities
- Provide every guest with pleasant, courteous, and efficient service
- Maintain a Mystery Shop score of 8 or higher
- Follow all park policies, procedures, and operational standards
- Demonstrate pride in the park and support its mission and core values
- Practice honesty, integrity, and ethical business conduct
- Attend all required park functions, events, meetings, classes, and workshops
- Work professionally and cooperatively with other departments
Essential Duties
- Perform all cashier responsibilities as needed
- Accurately operate the point-of-sale system, inventory system, Square, and other sales systems as directed
- Complete shift and daily register checkout reports accurately
- Handle cash and other forms of payment in accordance with company cash handling procedures
- Support the Retail Manager, Assistant Managers, Inventory Specialist, and fellow associates
- Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and appearance of all retail areas, including: Sales floors Register areas Storage spaces Restrooms Parking lots
- Sales floors
- Register areas
- Storage spaces
- Restrooms
- Parking lots
- Work toward and support daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals
- Ensure retail sales associates have the tools, supplies, and information necessary to perform their duties
- Lead by example through a positive attitude, professional behavior, and strong work ethic
- Treat coworkers, supervisors, and guests with respect at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Retail Manager
Schedule Expectations
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and varying shift lengths
- All absences must be approved personally by the Retail Manager using the required request form
- Voicemail is not an approved method for reporting an absence or requesting paid time off
- Vacation requests must be submitted in advance and approved by the Retail Manager
About Grandfather Mountain
Nonprofit nature-park operator serving visitors with wildlife habitats, hiking, and conservation education.
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