Retail Store Manager - Museum jobs in California

Retail Store Manager - Museum plans and directs the day-to-day operations of a retail store within a museum. Develops strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, and increase profitability. Being a Retail Store Manager - Museum ensures customer needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is quick and efficient. Ensures all products and displays are merchandised effectively to maximize sales and profitability. Additionally, Retail Store Manager - Museum forecasts staffing needs and develops a recruiting strategy to provide optimal staffing in all areas. May require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Lead and directs the work of others. Typically reports to Retail Store Manager, Sr. The Retail Store Manager - Museum supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Thorough knowledge of department processes. To be a Retail Store Manager - Museum typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Museum Store Associate
  • Museum of Craft and Design
  • San Francisco, CA PART_TIME
  • Reports to: Museum Store Manager

    Status: Part-time

    Schedule: Approximately 12 hours per week, Saturday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Sunday 11:45 AM - 5:15 PM and occasional weekdays and nights. Candidates must have some flexibility in their schedule to be considered.

    Compensation: $19 - $21 DOE

    Position Summary

    The Museum of Craft and Design is now seeking to hire one part-time Store Associate for the following schedule: Saturday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Sunday 11:45 AM - 5:15 PM. Applicants should have flexibility with scheduling: occasionally hours are needed outside of this schedule.

    The Museum of Craft and Design (MCD) is the only museum in San Francisco devoted to craft and design. Founded in 2004, MCD showcases designers, makers, and artists through an exciting and distinctive series of craft and design-focused exhibitions and public programs. MCD seeks a skilled and personable Store Associate to join our team.

    Under the direction of the Museum Store Manager, this position assists in the daily operations of the museum store. Store Associates are the face of MCD and hold a variety of important responsibilities. While Associates generally remain in the store area of the museum, this position occasionally requires some gallery ambassador responsibilities in the museum exhibition areas.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Warmly greet visitors as they enter the museum and collect admission fees.
    • Assist in all day-to-day store operations. Excellent retail sales skills. Contemporary jewelry sales experience is a plus.
    • Provide quality customer service; stock, tag, and sell store merchandise; become familiar with store merchandise and engage with shoppers to answer questions and generate sales; be knowledgeable about the museum, and exhibitions; keep the museum store clean, tidy and dust-free.
    • Explain MCD policies regarding photography and handling the artwork to all visitors (including occasionally making policy announcements to groups of visitors when they arrive).
    • Act as a gallery ambassador on occasion, generally during events or when there are large groups of visitors.
    • Alert office staff to large groups visiting or any issues in the gallery so that a staff member can act as gallery security, as needed.
    • Awareness and support of events and programs, working closely with key departments including Programs, Membership, Development, Curatorial, and Administration to help develop and implement successful outcomes.

    Additional Responsibilities and Information

    • As this position involves cashier duties, Associates are entrusted with various cash handling and loss prevention responsibilities.
    • Associates are expected to possess a friendly demeanor and to dress professionally and appropriately for a museum environment.
    • Knowledge of the museum’s mission, exhibitions, and events calendar by speaking with other museum employees and by visiting MCD’s website regularly to stay up to date.
    • Associates are to check the reception@sfmcd.org email account and calendar at the beginning of each shift for updates on the store, museum, and to ascertain if any tour groups are expected.
    • Store Associates are hourly, non-exempt employees of MCD and hired on an at-will basis.

    Job Requirements

    • Art practice, or art history, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
    • Retail experience in an art, craft, or design oriented environment or high-end specialty store.
    • Demonstrated experience and passion for the arts. Previous gallery or museum experience is a plus.
    • Excellent salespersonship.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated trustworthiness, punctuality, and dependability; willingness to work a flexible schedule.
    • Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and in a team environment.
    • Initiative in identifying areas for improvement.
    • Previous experience in processing sales, working with a cash register and computer inventory system; basic understanding of retail inventory and accounting.
    • Knowledge of Altru database or similar platform and Mac systems are a plus.

    Working Conditions

    Standing for long periods of time

    Lifting up to 40 pounds

    Bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing a step ladder

    Maintain professional and business-like demeanor and appearance

    Flexibility in scheduling; weekend hours with occasional nights and/or weekdays

    COVID-19 considerations:

    All museum staff are required to have full vaccination against COVID-19.

    How to Apply

    The Museum of Craft and Design is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse work environment. BIPOC, LGBTQIA , veterans, and those with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, please visit [insert hyperlink]. Interested candidates should include a cover letter and detailed résumé with your application. Due to the anticipated number of applications, only those candidates selected for further review will be contacted. The position will be open until filled. No phone calls, please.

    Job Type: Part-time

    Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 12 per week

    Benefits:

    • Employee discount

    Shift:

    • 8 hour shift

    Weekly day range:

    • Weekends as needed

    Work Location: In person

  • 12 Days Ago

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Store Manager
  • Garage clothing-Store Manager-Stoneridge Mall
  • Pleasanton, CA FULL_TIME
  • Seize the opportunity to join a global fashion retailer with two brands at the heart of its success, Garage and Dynamite, selected as one of Montreal's Top Employers 2020 and as one of Canada’s Top em...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Store Manager
  • Garage clothing-Store Manager-Broadway Plaza
  • Walnut Creek, CA FULL_TIME
  • Seize the opportunity to join a global fashion retailer with two brands at the heart of its success, Garage and Dynamite, selected as one of Montreal's Top Employers 2020 and as one of Canada’s Top em...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Retail Store Manager - Los Angeles
  • Retail for the People
  • Los Angeles, CA TEMPORARY
  • The Opportunity: Retail Store ManagerOur store teams are the heart of Retail for the People and we are on the hunt to find the best store manager to carry out our mission of great retail with care and...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Retail Store Manager
  • CVS Health Retail
  • Sunnyvale, CA FULL_TIME
  • The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) job is a development focused role that is crafted to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. The SMIT program is designed to enhance your career as a future ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Retail Store Manager
  • CVS Health Retail
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA FULL_TIME
  • The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) job is a development focused role that is crafted to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. The SMIT program is designed to enhance your career as a future ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Store Experience and Training Lead / Manager
  • Brooklyn Museum
  • New York, NY
  • Museum Overview The Brooklyn Museum is a world-renowned cultural institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing art,...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Visual & Graphic Design Manager
  • MoMA
  • New York, NY
  • The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Store Visual & Graphic Design Manager in its Retail D...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Gift Shop Manager
  • AEG
  • Liberty Corner, NJ
  • In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "apply now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Sales Ambassador- Part-Time
  • Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
  • Miami, FL
  • POSITION & LEVEL/GRADE: Retail Sales Ambassador - A1 / 2 JOB SUMMARY: The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Garden Center - Sales TEMP
  • Access Dubuque
  • Dubuque, IA
  • Garden Center - Sales TEMP **Theisen Home Farm Auto** 1 Positions ID: 5503 Posted On 02/28/2024 **Job Overview** **Theis...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clothing - Sales FT
  • Access Dubuque
  • Dubuque, IA
  • Clothing - Sales FT **Theisen Home Farm Auto** 1 Positions ID: 5507 Posted On 02/28/2024 **Job Overview** **Theisens off...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clothing - Sales PT
  • Access Dubuque
  • Dubuque, IA
  • Clothing - Sales PT **Theisen Home Farm Auto** 1 Positions ID: 5505 Posted On 02/28/2024 **Job Overview** **Theisens off...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lobby Attendant (Full Time)
  • Omni Hotels & Resorts
  • Chicago, IL
  • Location: Chicago Hotel Sweet Home for sure Chicago, the third largest city in the US, is second to none with its stunni...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Retail Store Manager - Museum jobs
$55,773 to $83,991