Part Time Shift Supervisor/Key Holder

Summary:
Boston's favorite toy store, Henry Bear’s Park offers a lively assortment of playthings that promote healthy and positive play for all ages. Our toy stores have earned a reputation (and awards!) for a unique selection of children’s products and an exceptionally welcoming store environment. We hope to find team members who understand and support the role of “play” in childhood. We are hiring for a part-time position.

Why work at Henry Bear’s Park?

• Become part of an energetic growing company.
• Develop a career with professional growth opportunities within the company.
• Opportunities to grow in other areas such as Product Buying, Marketing, and Finance.
• Investment in Employees – excellent training, employee development program, opportunities for growth through special projects.
• A happy work environment with respectful employees and customers
• Unique corporate culture that believes in having fun while working as a collaborative team.
• Biggest benefit – You get to call “play” your “work”!

Professional work environment with benefits such as:

• Paid Breaks
• Paid sick leave
• Time and a half for over-time
• Health Insurance
• Employee Discounts on all products
• Fun Company outings
• Pizza parties, inter-store games, company events, etc.

Who does well at Henry Bear’s Park?
The most important thing for a new team member is to have a personality that is reflective of our culture and values. If the following lines describe you, you will be a perfect fit in our family.

• You are a charming, happy, social person that enjoys helping other people. (Yes, your mom’s opinion counts)
• You consider yourself to be a creative person who values aesthetics.
• You take pride in your work and strive for a higher standard of excellence.
• You have a sense of curiosity and enjoy learning new skills.

What will be my responsibilities?
This position reports to the store manager and assists her in all the day-to-day operations from receiving & merchandising to sales & bookkeeping. Day-to-day tasks include:

• Help customers with product selection and complete sales transaction.
• Execute merchandising plan to set up aesthetically pleasing and playful displays
• As a key holder, be responsible for opening and closing the store.
• Receive and stock product with accurate documentation.
• Be in charge of all store operations in absence of the manager.

What Qualifications/Experience/Requirements are needed?

• Minimum of 2+ years of retail experience in a Specialty retail environment.
• Knowledge/experience with board games, children’s books and toys is a plus.
• Be able to work evenings and weekend shifts.
• Physically active role – on your feet all day and be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Experience in merchandising and creating beautiful product displays is very desirable.
• Be at least 18 years of age.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person