Company description
Double Take Thrift Store is a Yonge Street Mission social enterprise that provides hands-on employment training to job seekers, and acts as a community resource where gently used, high-quality clothing and housewares can be purchased at affordable prices. Double Take is also working to decrease its environmental impact through creative low-waste practices.
Job description
Double Take is seeking a part-time Retail Production Associate (10-30hrs/wk) to provide excellent service to guests and donors, receive donations, process incoming product, price inventory and assist with the maintenance of safe and efficient store operations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about social change and community empowerment in line with Double Take’s values, and possess the communication skills to effectively work alongside colleagues and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Back Room Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Sorting through donations and evaluating items for quality and condition
- Pricing items according to established guidelines
- Placing clothing on hangers and items on racks in the appropriate area
- Assisting in receiving donations with excellent customer service
- Working with volunteers to ensure a smooth production flow
- Answering phone and respond to questions regarding the store and donations, passing messages on to the supervisor if there is a need for a call-back
- Giving a positive and professional image to the public, co-workers, and partners
- Printing appropriate hang tags according to our digital inventory system
- Occasionally assisting with deconstructing or sewing upcycled garments
- Maintaining the work area in a clean and organized manner at all times
- Conduct work activities safely and securely by following our Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies
- Additional duties as required ensuring the effective function of Operations
- Ensuring that all tasks are done efficiently, effectively and safely
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have the following skills and training:
- The ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. to lift and move boxes and bags of donations
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Superior customer service skills
- Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions
- Excellent organizational & problem solving skills
- Knowledge of fashion brands and trends
- Ability to work in a Team environment with cooperative principles
- Capable of working independently with enthusiasm & initiative
- Good command of the English language
- Current on merchandise knowledge, industry trends and competitive pricing
- Demonstrated commitment to YSM’s/Double Take’s mission and values
- Computer experience as asset, particularly with Microsoft Word and Google Docs
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends; a police check will be required
While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Learn more about YSM’s Double Take store at www.doubletakeysm.ca
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: From $17.60 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- What makes you a good candidate for efficiently and effectively processing donations for our store?
Work Location: In person
