News — retail store
We are so excited that the beloved citywide shopping event for small businesses (formerly know as Little Boxes) is back this year! You could win some fabulous prizes just by supporting participating small businesses from this Thursday, November 14th through December 15th!
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UPDATE: The position has been filled!
Crafty Wonderland is a woman owned and operated business with two retail stores in Portland - one Downtown and one on NE Alberta St. We feature handmade goods from over 200 local artists.
We are looking to add a fabulous sales associate to our team at our Alberta St. shop, effective immediately! The position is for approximately 18-32 hours a week. You MUST be available to work weekends, no exceptions.
If you are interested in applying, please read the details below and email the following to craftywonderland[at]yahoo.com:
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A cover letter detailing why you are a good fit for our team
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A current resume
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A list of 3 references
You may also drop off printed copies at our retail store during business hours, but please do not call with any inquiries!
The ideal candidate:
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Has a minimum of 2 years experience working retail
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Provides excellent customer service
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Is comfortable answering questions and dealing with a diverse range of people
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Is a quick learner and asks for clarification if needed
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Has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask with accuracy
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Is friendly, personable, upbeat and can work as a part of a team
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Is comfortable working with various Point of Sale Systems (we use Quickbooks POS and Ricochet)
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Is able to execute loss prevention protocol
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Is punctual, reliable, and respectful
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Has an interest in handmade goods and art!
Other Requirements:
Any potential applicant MUST be able to work weekends, as well as having the ability to be flexible with their schedule to cover other shifts.
No additional time off is granted between Black Friday and Christmas.
Tasks for a Retail Sales Associate include but are not limited to:
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Assisting Customers
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Operating the cash register
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Opening and closing the shop
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Keeping the store tidy with light cleaning and straightening
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Restocking sold merchandise
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Merchandising throughout the shop
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Helping with social media as needed
This position would be responsible for the general upkeep of the shop on a day to day basis. During your shifts, you would be expected to engage and help customers, process their transactions, and restock goods that have sold throughout the day. You will also be interacting with our vendors on a day to day basis, so maintaining a professional and friendly attitude is a must!
Benefits:
Starting pay is $16/hour.
We offer employer paid health insurance (for those working 24+ hours a week), an employee discount in our shops, paid sick time and some paid holidays.
Crafty Wonderland is a woman owned and operated business with two retail stores in Portland - one Downtown and one on NE Alberta St. We feature handmade goods from over 200 local artists.
We are looking to add a couple fabulous sales associates to our team! One position is for 12-18 hours a week and the other is for 25-30 hours a week, with the possibility of more hours in the future. You MUST be available to work weekends, no exceptions.
If you are interested in applying, please read the details below and email the following to craftywonderland[at]yahoo.com:
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A cover letter detailing why you are a good fit for our team
-
A current resume
-
A list of 3 references
You may also drop off printed copies at our retail store during business hours, but please do not call with any inquiries!
The ideal candidate:
-
Has a minimum of 2 years experience working retail
-
Provides excellent customer service
-
Is comfortable answering questions and dealing with a diverse range of people
-
Is a quick learner and asks for clarification if needed
-
Has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask with accuracy
-
Is friendly, personable, upbeat and can work as a part of a team
-
Is comfortable working with various Point of Sale Systems (we use Quickbooks POS and Ricochet)
-
Is able to execute loss prevention protocol
-
Is punctual, reliable, and respectful
-
Has an interest in handmade goods and art!
Other Requirements:
Any potential applicant MUST be able to work weekends, as well as having the ability to be flexible with their schedule to cover other shifts.
No additional time off is granted between Black Friday and Christmas.
Tasks for a Retail Sales Associate include but are not limited to:
-
Assisting Customers
-
Operating the cash register
-
Opening and closing the shop
-
Keeping the store tidy with light cleaning and straightening
-
Restocking sold merchandise
-
Merchandising throughout the shop
-
Helping with social media as needed
This position would be responsible for the general upkeep of the shop on a day to day basis. During your shifts, you would be expected to engage and help customers, process their transactions, and restock goods that have sold throughout the day. You will also be interacting with our vendors on a day to day basis, so maintaining a professional and friendly attitude is a must!
Benefits:
Starting pay is $15-16/hour depending on experience.
We offer employer paid health insurance (for those working 24+ hours a week), an employee discount in our shops, paid sick time and some paid holidays.
Our Alberta shop is currently open with limited hours.
Come see us Friday through Sunday 12-4pm!
Or schedule a private shopping appointment!
Masks are required by the state. We have hand sanitizer just inside the entrance and ask that everyone please sanitize their hands upon arrival. We're currently accepting credit/debit cards and Apple pay (no cash please).
Our downtown location is temporarily closed until further notice.
You can also shop our website! Shipping is free on all orders over $50 and we also offer in-store pickup!
Thank you!!
Shop Safely With a Private Appointment
While small boutiques have been given the green light to reopen starting May 15th, we have decided that for the safety of our customers and staff we would like to start by opening our stores up for Private Shopping Appointments only! Private appointments will enable us to ensure social distancing rules and follow all OSHA guidelines. Our staff will be wearing masks and sanitizing high touch surfaces between appointments. We ask that you also wear a mask and sanitize your hands upon arrival (hand sanitizer will be provided).
To schedule your Private Shopping Appointment, please email your availability to us at craftywonderland@yahoo.com and we will get back to you to coordinate a date and time.
Shop From Home with a Virtual Shopping Appointment
We will continue to offer Virtual Shopping Appointments as well, so you can shop from the comfort of home via FaceTime or Zoom. Email us at craftywonderland@yahoo.com to schedule your appointment! They take approximately 30-45 minutes and we will walk you around our downtown store, show you the things you want to see, and make suggestions if you're shopping for a gift and don't quite know what you're looking for. Then we'll pack it all up for you and can either ship it or you can pick it up at a designated time. It's easy and fun!Curbside Pickup is Now an Option!
If you're shopping online, but want to pick your order up in person, we will now be offering curbside pickup as an option. Enter coupon code LOCALPICKUP at checkout and we will message you to set up a scheduled pick up time!
Thank you for all of your support as we navigate this crazy new world!!!