**Customer Service Associate - Temporary – blithequark Store**

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and working in a fast-paced retail environment? Do you thrive in a dynamic team setting where no two days are ever the same? If so, we invite you to join our team at blithequark as a Customer Service Associate - Temporary. As a key member of our store team, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming and engaging experience for our customers, while also contributing to the success of our store operations. **About blithequark** At blithequark, we are committed to providing our customers with the best possible shopping experience. Our stores offer a wide range of products and services, from everyday essentials to innovative solutions for our customers' needs. We believe in creating a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, learning, and collaboration among our team members. As a temporary Customer Service Associate, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team, while also developing your skills and expertise in a dynamic retail setting. **Key Responsibilities** As a Customer Service Associate - Temporary, your primary responsibilities will include: * Registering sales on assigned cash register, providing customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service * Engaging customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services * Resolving customer issues and answering questions to ensure a positive customer experience * Modeling and sharing customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience * Recommending items for sale to customers and recommending trade-up and/or companion items * Registering customer purchases on assigned cash register, collecting cash and distributing change as requested; processing voids, returns, rain checks, refunds, and exchanges as needed * Keeping counters and shelves clean and well merchandised, taking inventory, and maintaining records * Checking in and pricing merchandise as required or as directed by store manager or communicated by the shift leader * Implementing Company asset protection procedures to identify and minimize profit loss * Ensuring compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products (e.g., alcoholic beverages and tobacco products) * Constructing and maintaining displays, including promotional, seasonal, super structures, and sale merchandise * Assisting with separation of food items (e.g., raw foods from pre-cooked) and product placement as specified by policies/procedures * Providing customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products * Assisting with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring clean, neat, orderly store condition and appearance * Complying with all company policies and procedures; maintaining respectful relationships with coworkers **Training & Personal Development** As a temporary Customer Service Associate, you will have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities to help you succeed in your role. These may include: * Attending training sessions and completing PPLs (Product, Process, and Location) requested by Manager or assigned by corporate * Participating in on-the-job training and coaching to develop your skills and expertise * Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the company **Basic Qualifications** To be considered for this role, you must: * Be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico) * Be willing to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekend hours **Preferred Qualifications** While not required, we prefer candidates with: * Six months of experience in a retail environment * Prior work experience with blithequark **Equal Opportunity Employer** blithequark is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/veterans. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, learning, and collaboration among our team members. **Salary Range** The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors, including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. **Benefits** To review benefits, please click here [insert link]. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser [insert link]. **How to Apply** If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and working in a dynamic retail environment, we invite you to apply for this role. Please click on the link below to submit your application: We look forward to hearing from you!