***INTERNAL ONLY*** Seasonal Lead Retail Sales Associate at Space Needle

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guest Service, Point Of Sale Transactions, Up-Selling, Communication, Safety Procedures, Access Control, Retail Restocking, Cleaning, Training, Problem-Solving, Cash Handling, Computer Literacy, Lifting, Standing For Long Periods, Decision-Making, Multi-Tasking

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description Lead Retail Sales Associates will join a thriving and supportive Retail team. You will have the opportunity to transform moments into an experience of a lifetime for our Guests, consistently exhibiting a high level of positive energy that models and supports friendly, safe, efficient, and engaging experiences. Duties include: completing accurate and efficient point of sale transactions, increasing revenue opportunities through up-selling techniques with ticket sales and retail purchases, maintain and control an even flow of all visitors, advancing Guest’s knowledge and answering questions, and maintaining a clean, safe, positive environment for all Space Needle Guests and Team Members. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: We Create our Future. Today. Promote a clean, positive, courteous, and professional attitude and appearance to all Space Needle Team Members and Guests. Be a communications specialist: interface with Guests in all public facing areas along the Guest journey. Greet and converse with Guests in a friendly and outgoing manner. Always remain respectful and courteous. Own It Be a safety officer: see something, say something. It’s the responsibility of every Team Member - own it. Ensure social distancing policies are followed with Team Members and Guests. Maintain a high level of security at all workstations in accordance with company policies and procedures. Support access control - Assist in ticket redemption and timed ticket facilitation. Help answer questions as Guest come off the Elevator and helping queue Guest before for their trip down. Assist in the restocking of all retail spaces. Take Care Ensure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work area and as assigned. Take steps to ensure proper social distancing between Team Members and Guests. Incorporate and support initiatives that improve overall health and wellness. Be Open, Help People Grow Assist in the ongoing training of fellow Team Members in the operation in the Guest Services Flex position. Work successfully with both a diverse Team and Guests. Work Smarter, Not Harder Be intentional in understanding the process, procedures, and systems. Continuously look for opportunities to improve efficiencies, incorporate and share key learnings. Accurately process transactions through a point-of-sale system for admissions packages and retail transactions. Make recommendations of packages and items to meet Guests’ needs. Assist in opening and closing department routines including cleaning and sanitizing. Set your Team Members up for success! Life is too Short Anticipate and Connect - Be informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed Collaborate and create segues to each experience along the Guest journey. Focus on solutions, not on frustrations. Big Legacy, Small Footprint Do your part to minimize and reduce waste, conserve resources, operate efficiently, and protect air and water quality. Participate in community outreach opportunities. Lead by example and assist Guests and Team Members in responsible practices. We Innovate, Be Iconic Approach the experience through the lens of the Guests and apply our Brand filters. Provide information about the Space Needle, the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit, other attractions, Seattle and the surrounding area. Any other responsibilities defined by management. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Proven great Guest service skills. Professional appearance and attitude. Ability to effectively communicate using the English language. Strong initiative, multi-tasking, and decision-making ability. Effective problem-solving techniques and troubleshooting capabilities. Competent in general principles of mathematics. Team player attitude. Ability to react quickly and correctly in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working with a diverse population. Proven cash handling experience. General computer literacy. Ability to lift 25 pounds, use manual dexterity entire shift, stand for long periods, and work in confined space. The Space Needle symbolizes the innovative and forward-thinking spirit of Seattle. Our Team Members reflect our inclusive city, diverse country, and multicultural world. As an equal opportunity employer, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, physical, or mental disability, military status, political ideology, genetic information, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. All Team Members and potential Team Members who apply for an opening will be considered without regard to these factors. We carefully screen applicants based on qualifications such as their training, education, skills, aptitude, experience, and previous work record.

Responsibilities

Lead Retail Sales Associates are responsible for creating exceptional guest experiences by handling point of sale transactions, increasing revenue through up-selling, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Primary functions include acting as a safety officer, managing guest flow, answering questions, and supporting retail operations.