**Experienced Customer Service Representative – Delivering Exceptional Experiences at blithequark**

Are you passionate about providing top-notch customer service and creating memorable experiences for customers? Do you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment where no two days are ever the same? If so, we invite you to join the blithequark team as an Experienced Customer Service Representative! At blithequark, we're committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve by providing essential products at great values. Our stores are the heart of the neighborhoods we operate in, and we're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences. **About blithequark** blithequark is a leading retailer with a rich history of serving communities across the country. Our stores offer a wide range of products, from household essentials to food and beverages, all at affordable prices. We're proud of our commitment to providing quality products and services that make a real difference in people's lives. **Job Summary** As an Experienced Customer Service Representative at blithequark, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that our customers receive the best possible service. You'll be responsible for greeting customers, assisting them with product selection, completing transactions, and answering questions about our store and merchandise. Your exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently will make you a valuable asset to our team. **Key Responsibilities** • **Customer Engagement**: Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers, answering questions, and resolving issues in a positive and approachable manner. • **Store Maintenance**: Assist in maintaining a clean, well-stocked store environment that meets our high standards of quality and safety. • **Merchandise Management**: Help with the unloading of merchandise from delivery trucks, organize merchandise, and transport merchandise from the stockroom to the sales floor. • **Stocking and Recovery**: Independently stock shelves and recover merchandise in the store to ensure that products are always available for customers. • **Cash Handling**: Accurately handle customer funds and process transactions using our point-of-sale (POS) system. • **Safety and Security**: Remain constantly aware of customer activity to ensure a safe and secure shopping environment. • **Additional Duties**: Perform all other duties as assigned to maintain an effective and profitable store operation. **Requirements** • **Education**: High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to follow directives and interpret retail operational documents as assigned. • **Experience**: Previous experience working in retail, hotel, restaurant, grocery, or drug store environments preferred. • **Physical Requirements**: Ability to regularly lift up to 40lbs (and occasionally, up to 55lbs) from floor level to above shoulder height. Must be able to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation. • **Availability**: Ability to work a flexible, full-time schedule that includes days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. **Essential Skills and Competencies** • **Customer Focus**: Provide exceptional customer service and create memorable experiences for customers. • **Developing Potential**: Identify opportunities to develop and improve store operations and processes. • **Results Driven**: Meet or exceed sales and customer service targets while maintaining a high level of quality and safety standards. • **Strong Organizational Skills**: Prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain a clean and organized store environment. • **Communication Skills**: Effectively communicate with customers, colleagues, and management to resolve issues and provide excellent service. • **Problem Solving/Decision Making**: Analyze situations, identify solutions, and make informed decisions to resolve customer issues and improve store operations. • **Job Knowledge**: Stay up-to-date on store policies, procedures, and products to provide accurate information to customers. • **Relationship Management**: Build strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and management to create a positive and supportive work environment. **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** At blithequark, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. We offer a range of training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement possibilities to help you achieve your goals. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take the next step, we're here to support you every step of the way. **Work Environment and Company Culture** Our stores are the heart of the neighborhoods we operate in, and we're proud of our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment. Our team members are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and making a real difference in people's lives. If you share our values and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we invite you to join our team! **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including: * Competitive hourly wage * Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth * Comprehensive training programs and mentorship opportunities * Discounts on store merchandise and services * Access to employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives * A supportive and inclusive work environment **How to Apply** If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable experiences for customers, we invite you to apply for the Experienced Customer Service Representative position at blithequark. Please submit your application through our website or in-store at your local blithequark location. We look forward to hearing from you! Apply for this job