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Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.38 - $21.71
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Workplace safety programs
team environment

Job Description

This opportunity is with a well-established retail company known for its commitment to exceptional customer service and community engagement. The company operates in a bustling retail environment where the emphasis is on providing customers with a safe and clean shopping experience while upholding fairness, integrity, and inclusivity. This establishment values diversity and promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring that all employees and customers are treated with respect and dignity. Employees are encouraged to contribute toward creating a welcoming atmosphere that not only meets but exceeds customer expectations, driving repeat business and long-term customer relationships.

The role being offered is for a customer service specialist within a coffee shop or specialty beverage department of the store. This position involves engaging directly with customers, answering their queries about products, and delivering the best possible customer service. Employees in this role are expected to maintain a high level of product knowledge to make informed recommendations and assist customers in discovering new products that suit their tastes and needs. Additionally, the position requires employees to prepare beverages according to company standards and customer preferences, process transactions efficiently, and provide accurate product portions to minimize shrinkage. Collaboration and teamwork are essential to achieving store goals and maintaining a smooth, productive work environment.

In addition to customer interaction, the role encompasses operational responsibilities such as utilizing kitchen and coffee shop equipment safely and correctly, monitoring product quality and freshness, labeling and stocking merchandise, and adhering strictly to food safety guidelines. Employees are also responsible for reporting any discrepancies with product ordering or shipping and ensuring preventive maintenance of equipment to avoid operational disruptions. Safety is a priority; therefore, staff must comply with safety regulations, identify and report hazards or incidents, and manage conflicts in a professional, respectful manner. This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful setting while maintaining composure and cooperation with colleagues.

The company fosters a culture of honesty, respect, and integrity. Treatments of employees and customers align with ethical business practices, enriching the community and supporting social responsibility. The role also involves providing assistance and support through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults, showcasing the company’s dedication to inclusive customer service. This customer service specialist position offers a highly rewarding environment for individuals passionate about community-focused retail service and high standards of operational excellence. The employment type is typically full-time or part-time retail hours, with remuneration reflecting industry standards and the experience level of the candidate. This role is perfect for those looking to grow within a reputable company known for quality, community involvement, and a positive employee experience.

Job Requirements

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary
  • Must be able to provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults

Job Qualifications

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary
  • Previous comparable experience is desired but not required
  • Strong communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of product preparation and safety standards

Job Duties

  • Provide exceptional customer service in a safe and clean environment
  • Treat customers and employees in a fair and ethical manner
  • Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated
  • Answer questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
  • Gain and maintain knowledge of products to respond to inquiries and make suggestions
  • Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to achieve store goals
  • Prepare beverage selections to recipe and standards and to customer requests
  • Tender transactions using company best practices
  • Offer product samples to encourage customer discovery of new items
  • Provide customers with fresh products and correct portion sizes
  • Recommend coffee shop items to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Use kitchen and coffee shop equipment according to company guidelines
  • Prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients and merchandise
  • Check product quality to ensure freshness and compliance with sell-by dates
  • Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
  • Report product ordering and shipping discrepancies
  • Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
  • Reinforce safety programs by complying with procedures and reporting unsafe conditions
  • Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
  • Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and reporting repair needs
  • Notify management of accidents, safety risks, issues or illegal activities
  • Work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environments
  • Manage conflict reasonably and nonconfrontationally
  • Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues
  • Provide support and assistance to minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
  • Perform essential job functions with or without accommodation

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