**Experienced Customer Team Member – Essential Retail Operations and Customer Service**

At blithequark, we're committed to providing our customers with the best possible shopping experience, and we're looking for a talented and dedicated Customer Team Member to join our team. As a Customer Team Member, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our stores, from assisting customers to maintaining a well-organized sales floor. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and have a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you. **Company Overview** blithequark is a leading retailer that's dedicated to providing our customers with essential products and great value. We're proud to serve our communities and strive to create a positive shopping experience for everyone. Our team is made up of passionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to excellence in everything we do. As a Customer Team Member, you'll be an integral part of our team and will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our customers. **Role and Responsibilities** As a Customer Team Member, you'll be responsible for contributing to the complete operations of your assigned store. This will include: * **Assisting Customers**: Providing exceptional quality service to our customers, answering their questions, and helping them find the products they need. * **Maintaining a Well-Organized Sales Floor**: Ensuring that our sales floor is well-organized, clean, and free of clutter, and that all products are properly displayed and stocked. * **Operating the Cash Register**: Processing all sales transactions accurately and efficiently, and handling customer payments and returns. * **Safeguarding Monetary Assets**: Safeguarding all monetary assets and maintaining the security of corporate resources. * **Assisting with Merchandising**: Assisting with the merchandising of our products, including setting up displays and maintaining visual merchandising standards. * **Supporting Cash Register Operations**: Supporting the cash register operations, including handling customer transactions, processing returns, and resolving customer complaints. * **Conducting Work Activities with a Focus on Safety**: Conducting all work activities with a focus on safety, conforming to and upholding all operational policies and guidelines. **Required Skills and Experience** To be successful as a Customer Team Member, you'll need to possess the following skills and experience: * **Mathematical Calculations**: The ability to perform mathematical calculations proficiently is crucial for the precise management of cash in accounting operations. * **Spoken Communication**: Strengthening spoken communication abilities to facilitate effective customer interactions. * **Honesty and Integrity**: Adhering to a strict code of honesty and integrity, particularly in situations requiring the management of cash transactions. **Preferred Qualifications** While not required, the following qualifications are preferred: * Previous retail experience * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills **Compensation and Benefits** As a valued member of our team, you can expect to receive a competitive compensation package, including: * A competitive hourly wage * Opportunities for career growth and advancement * A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance * Paid time off and holidays * A 401(k) retirement plan with company match **About blithequark** blithequark is an equal opportunity employer that's committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all our associates. We're proud to offer a range of benefits and programs that support the health, well-being, and career development of our team members. Some of the benefits we offer include: * **Safety Protocols**: We're committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our associates and customers. This includes implementing strict safety protocols, such as plexiglass guards at cash registers, associate home health screenings prior to shifts, manager-conducted in-store health screenings, thorough cleaning protocols with hand sanitizer and supplies, and social distancing measures. * **Associate Support**: We provide our associates with face masks and gloves to wear during their shifts, as well as access to hand sanitizer and other essential supplies. * **Career Growth Opportunities**: We're committed to helping our associates grow and develop their careers. This includes providing training and development opportunities, as well as promoting from within. * **Community Involvement**: We're proud to be part of the communities we serve, and we're committed to giving back through volunteerism and community outreach programs. **How to Apply** If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and have a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you. To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application through our website. We can't wait to hear from you!