Part Time Sales Associate - Visalia Mall

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. is a globally recognized retail company known for creating a fun and interactive experience where customers can create their own personalized stuffed animals. The company has been a leader in the retail entertainment industry, combining creativity, quality products, and customer engagement to deliver memorable experiences for children and families worldwide. Build-A-Bear is committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment where guests can bring their furry friends to life and enjoy a unique, hands-on shopping journey. The company values teamwork, enthusiasm, and operational excellence to ensure that every visit is enjoyable and satisfying for their customers.

The role of a Bear Builder Associate at Build-A-Bear Workshop is designed for individuals who are fun, easy-going, and team-oriented. These associates play a crucial role in engaging with guests and helping them create their personalized furry friends. This position is centered around providing exceptional guest service and creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for every visitor. Bear Builders are responsible for upholding brand standards while fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere that encourages positive interactions. The role requires dependability, engagement, and a willingness to contribute to a cohesive team environment.

This position is part-time and offers an hourly wage ranging from $17.75 to $18.00. Bear Builder Associates will be assessed on various performance metrics such as decision-making, judgment, execution, and ability to create an experience-first culture. They will also be evaluated based on their success in achieving assigned goals and consistently executing operational standards. The role involves working in diverse retail settings including indoor and outdoor malls and strip centers, requiring physical activity such as sitting, standing, moving around for the duration of shifts, and occasionally lifting more than 25 pounds.

Bear Builder Associates should possess a friendly and enthusiastic attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrate a genuine passion for customer service. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy meeting new people, are dependable, flexible, and able to maintain composure in challenging situations. The successful candidates will be those who can exhibit personal and professional integrity, warmth, and a fun-loving character, while delivering outstanding service that aligns with the brand's values.