Gift Shop & Tasting Room Sales Associate

Located in the heart of Harbour Town, Honey & Thistle is a wine tasting room and British lifestyle shop focused on bringing community and hospitality to the Lowcountry. We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented Sales Associate to join our team. As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers and assisting them in finding the right products to meet their needs, as well as leading wine tastings and serving beverages. This is a great opportunity for individuals who have a passion for meeting new people and enjoy working in a comfortable and supportive environment.

Part-time position beginning in late March/early April

Sunday mornings and 3-4 shorter evening shifts per week, 15-18 hours per week

Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities:
- Greet customers and provide them with a positive shopping experience
- Assist customers in finding the right products and provide product information
- Recommend additional items or accessories to enhance the customer's purchase
- Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently using cash registers or other electronic devices
- Maintain a clean and organized shop, including restocking shelves, arranging displays, washing dishes, and removing trash/boxes
- Stay up-to-date on product knowledge and industry trends to effectively communicate with customers
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints in a professional manner
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and provide excellent customer service

Qualifications:
- Fluent in English
- Previous experience in retail sales or customer service is preferred
- Basic math skills for retail transactions
- Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with customers
- Proficient in operating cash registers or other point-of-sale systems
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively

If you are passionate about hospitality, have excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with customers, we would love to hear from you.