Sentences with phrase «holiday job in retail»

Not exact matches

«Solid job growth in the months of October and November led to a more - confident consumer and healthy holiday shopping season for many retailers.

Back when I worked at a daily paper in Chattanooga, I got an email from a Christian woman who lambasted me for using the word «holiday» instead of «Christmas» in an article about college students taking advantage of seasonal job opportunities in retail.

I am reminded of the time when, as a reporter for the Chattanooga Times Free Press, I got an angry e-mail from a woman who assumed that because I had referred to «holiday season workers» in an article I wrote about college students taking on extra retail jobs between Thanksgiving and New Year's that I had a clear, «anti-Christian» bias.

The huge increase in purchases for the holidays is certainly useful information to know for individuals seeking positions in retail sales, event planning, and consumer marketing, among others jobs.

The holiday season is upon us once again, including hundreds of available seasonal jobs in the retail industry.

While you may not want to work in a retail setting, major stores like Target and Amazon rely on holiday help in their distribution centres, so don't overlook those types of holiday job opportunities.

If you'd like to find seasonal holiday work, but you aren't interested in a typical holiday job with one of the big retailers, you may not know where to look.

Job Responsibilities (but not limited to): * Explain to guests how to operate rental equipment, safety practices, and guest responsibility for the equipment during the rental including length of rental and return options * Ensure equipment on rental «ready» line is clean, serviced, and tested according to company standards * Follow all company standards in regards to paperwork, cash management, and loss prevention * Deliver an enthusiastic and professional level of guest service at all times * Adhere to all safety procedures * Maintain all paperwork according to company policy Qualifications: * Previous retail / rental experience preferred * Passion for Skiing / Snowboarding * Maintain a working knowledge of products and trends within the industry * Commitment to providing excellent customer service * Ability to communicate fluently with co-workers and guests in accurate spoken and written English * Basic computer skills * Ability to work a flexible schedule; including nights, holidays and weekends Benefits include: * Free Winter Park Pass and EPIC Ski and Snowboard Pass to our world - class resorts * Employee discounts at our retail stores * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Excellent training and professional development * 401k Saving Plan * Health Benefits * Auto, Home, Pet Insurance Our employees have been making a name for themselves since 1976 with their love for the outdoor industry.

Job Responsibilities (but not limited to): * Explain to guests how to operate rental equipment, safety practices, and guest responsibility for the equipment during the rental including length of rental and return options * Ensure equipment on rental «ready» line is clean, serviced, and tested according to company standards * Follow all company standards in regards to paperwork, cash management, and loss prevention * Deliver an enthusiastic and professional level of guest service at all times * Adhere to all safety procedures * Maintain all paperwork according to company policy Qualifications: * Previous retail / rental experience preferred * Passion for Skiing / Snowboarding * Maintain a working knowledge of products and trends within the industry * Commitment to providing excellent customer service * Ability to communicate fluently with co-workers and guests in accurate spoken and written English * Basic computer skills * Ability to work a flexible schedule; including nights, holidays and weekends Perks * Free Epic Pass to our world - class resorts * Huge retail discounts at our stores * Excellent training and professional development At Colorado Ski and Golf and Colorado Ski and Sport, «guarantees through expertise» is our motto.

These jobs are more significant in the retail arena as the holiday season leading up to Christmas, for instance, can be quite busy for stores and extra help is always welcome.