Key Holder/Sales Associate

Join Our Team at Perch + Petal by Bell Farm!

Do you love nature, birds, and creating a warm, welcoming shopping experience? Perch + Petal by Bell Farm is looking for a Key Holder to help run our charming garden and nature-inspired gift shop in downtown Portsmouth!

We’re part of the Bell Farm Shops family, with our flagship store in York, ME. At Perch + Petal, we specialize in unique gifts, backyard birding essentials, and beautiful home décor. If you’re passionate about retail, love connecting with customers, and want to be part of a small business where your work truly matters, this could be the perfect fit for you!

What You’ll Do:

Be a Leader: Open and close the shop with confidence and take charge of daily operations.
Deliver Amazing Customer Service: Help shoppers find the perfect gift, share knowledge about backyard birding, and make every visit special.
Keep Us Stocked & Organized: Check in new products, tag them, and get them on the sales floor quickly. Keep the store tidy and inviting.
Stay Connected: Send end-of-day recap emails and create daily task lists to keep everything running smoothly.
Merchandising Magic: Create beautiful product displays to inspire customers.

Other Duties as Needed: Every day is a little different in retail—be ready to jump in where help is needed!

What We’re Looking For:

At least 1 year of retail experience (bonus points if you’ve been in a leadership role).
Attention to detail—you notice when a display needs fixing or stock is running low.
A self-starter who can work independently and stay motivated, even during slower times.
A people person who loves helping customers and creating a positive experience.
Someone who can stand for extended periods and lift items when needed.
Willing to learn about backyard birding and help educate customers on feeding the birds.
Ability to occasionally work in our York, ME location is a plus!

The Perks:
Employee discount—because you’ll fall in love with our products, too!
Be part of a small but mighty team—your contributions will make a real impact.

Hours & Location:

• We’re looking for one person to work 2-3 days including Saturdays.
• Some training will take place in York, ME, but you’ll primarily be running our Portsmouth location on your own.
• Position runs April-December.

If you’re excited about working in a beautiful shop filled with nature-inspired gifts and backyard birding essentials, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person