Retail Associate - Receiver/Furniture Mover

Retail Associate

• Receiver/Furniture Mover We are seeking a diligent and customer service-oriented associate for a part-time (20-28 hours) position
• Tuesdays & Saturdays required.

Day shift. An ideal candidate will not be afraid of hard work; will prefer productivity to downtime The Jonnycake Center of Westerly has over 7,000 sq. ft. of treasures to explore and thousands of items moving on and off the sales floor each day. The Thrift Store was created to help fund our Food Pantry and Community Resources Departments and provides a positive, respectful, and enjoyable work environment. Every day is different and you can enjoy the satisfaction that your work has contributed to our community well-being. For more information, visit jonnycake.org. Tasks will include receiving and sorting donations, moving and loading furniture, light housekeeping, and assisting other employees, donors, volunteers, and customers.

Required:

• Availability:

  weekdays required, Saturday availability desired, Sunday availability a plus
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance with a history of tenacious reliability
• Ability to follow directions and work independently within parameters of instructions/duties
• Ability to communicate with staff, donors, and customers in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to stand, kneel, climb, reach overhead and to the ground, and push and pull heavy wheeled carts
• Ability to lift heavy loads (50 pounds) repeatedly over the course of the day, at times carrying up and down stairs, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds, with assistance, on occasion
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions for short time periods
• Ability to work cooperatively with others as part of a team
• Ability to remain flexible and positive in a rapidly-changing environment
• Smart decision-making skills
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test
• some high school

Desired:

• Furniture moving experience a bonus, but not necessary

Job Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Company-paid Life insurance with additional buy-up available
• 403b Retirement plan with 3% company matching with immediate eligibility
• Aflac Accident Advantage and Cancer Protection plans eligibility
• Generous Store discount
• Fun and down-to-earth atmosphere Jonnycake Center of Westerly is an equal opportunity employer.

All employees have the right to a workplace free of harassment and discrimination. Apply through Indeed, email a resume to kells@jonnycake.org, or stop in the Thrift Store to request an application at the Store Registers.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person