1 Bookstore Sales Associate Openings – PART TIME (10-20 hrs bi-weekly)

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Allison The Bookman has been around for over 50 years serving the book needs of our community! We currently have an immediate opening for one Part-Time Key Holder - Sales Associate. Ideal candidates must be 18+. Please know that hours will be more than advertised during the training period then go back to the advertised hours after training is over.

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To be considered, we ask that candidates complete the Required Cover Letter that MUST be included at the time you hand in your RESUME or email it to us. Our requirements for that letter can be found below. Remember, your Cover Letter is your application for employment and should not be completed using AI apps – this is our chance to get to know you and what you like to read so please keep this in mind while you do the letter.

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This position can be physically demanding and quite memory intensive. Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English is required.

 

We have a team of great people who love books and love working with our broad range of customers and if you feel you fit the criteria, we look forward to hearing from you!

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Below are the position details:

 

 Sales Associate I

The Sales Associate I reports directly to the store Manager or the shift supervisor. In this role you are responsible for tending to retail sales and the following specific duties:

 

1. Opening and Closing duties according to the current Open and Close checklist. This includes the security and accuracy of the cash bank and credit counts and reports for the day’s sales.

2. Customer sales check out through the Point of Sale Terminal.

3. Used book trades and issue of appropriate Credits.

4. Customer assistance and recommending items for the customer to purchase.

5. Properly labeling new and used stock and placing them in the appropriate locations on the store shelves and displays.

6. General store cleanliness and customer safety.

7. Assisting with window displays

7. Other tasks and special projects as assigned from time to time by management.

 

 

For Store Drop offs:

ATTN: Annette Allison-Vander Waal

ALLISON THE BOOKMAN

342 MAIN ST E

NORTH BAY, ON P1B 1B4

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EMAIL: jobs@allisonthebookman.com

 

PLEASE NO PHONE INQUIRIES ABOUT THE POSITION.

 

Application Cover Letter Requirements:

 

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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We welcome all applicants to leave a resume and to write a letter of interest as our needs do change from time to time.  Please handwrite OR type and sign your letter. (If you send online there is no need to sign it.)  Include your address, phone number, and e-mail and please address the following within the letter:

 

Why would you like to work at Allison The Bookman?

What do you love about books?

What genres do you prefer?

What makes you a good customer service person?

What else would you like to share with us about why you feel you’re a good fit for our company?

 

Before you write your letter, there is information about our store which we feel you should know.  We primarily hire part-time staff.  Working evenings and weekends is expected. Our store needs and schedules do change from time to time. 

 

If you're a Post-Secondary Student applying, please make sure to include your schedule if you have it - the more flexibility the better.

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Work here is highly customer oriented, very detailed, and regularly physically demanding.  On the other hand, the opportunity to bring authors, readers, and books together in a friendly, informed environment can be wonderful, fun and rewarding for all!

 

Thank you again for your inquiry.  Should a position become available which combines our needs with your abilities and interests, you will receive a call.

 

Best Regards,

Annette Allison-Vander Waal
Owner/ General Manager
2211269 Ontario Inc.
DBA: Allison the Bookman