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As a workplace, our established culture of inclusivity and acceptance has helped us build a community of like-minded customers and staff that share our values. Far + Wide champions small brands and BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, and women-owned businesses.
We are proud to know that our staff feel that Far + Wide is a safe environment, encourage their friends to apply to work here, and take steps each day to continue to make this a great place to be for each other and our customers.
The Position: Sales Associate – Key Holder (Part Time)
At a Glance: We have immediate availability for a part time Sales Associate – Key Holder position. The role offers 12 – 18 hours per week, with the potential for increased hours throughout the summer and holiday season as coverage need dictates.
The Details: As the first point of contact for customers, this role involves providing exception customer service as well as help behind the scenes receiving, pricing, and stocking items. Additionally, you will help keep the shop clean and organized.
Far + Wide focuses on handpicked beautiful, and often local, items for your home. We care about the products we stock and our customers do too; we are looking for someone who shares this passion for aesthetic, community, and small business.
Our team works closely together to ensure the shops runs smoothly. From taking out the trash, to grabbing the door for a customer, to mopping the floor, we all chip in to ensure the work gets done. As part of this team, we are looking for someone who not only compliments our current team and can take direction, but can also work well independently and take the initiative to recognize when something needs doing without being asked.
What We Are Looking For: This role requires a friendly, outgoing, and approachable demeanor as well as the desire to go above and beyond to provide exceptional customer service. Strong interpersonal skills, organization, and attention to detail are key. Previous retail experience, cash management, and/or experience working with or caring for houseplants is an asset. We work to post our schedule a month out and are open to working around second jobs. Shifts require weekend availability. Please note your availability in your application.
To apply please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this role and availability to farandwidekamloops[@]gmail.com. Position closes March 24th, however screening and interviews will be conducted as applications are received. We therefore encourage those interested to apply as early as possible.
Please no drop-ins or phone calls. Applications submitted via other means may not be considered.
The Position: Sales Associate (Casual – Part Time)
At a Glance: Beginning mid-June, we have availability for a casual, part time Sales Associate position. This role offers approximately 5-11hours per week, with the potential for increased hours over the summer as coverage needs dictates.
The Details: As the first point of contact for customers, this role involves providing exception customer service as well as help behind the scenes receiving, pricing, and stocking items. Additionally, you will help keep the shop clean and organized.
Our team works closely together to ensure the shop runs smoothly, from taking out the trash to grabbing the door for a customer, to mopping the floor, we all chip in to ensure the work gets done. As part of this team, we are looking for someone who not only compliments our current team and can take direction, but can also work well independently and take the initiative to recognize when something needs doing without being asked.
At Far + Wide we focus on handpicked beautiful, and often local, items for your home. We care about the products we stock and our customers do too; we are looking for someone who shares this passion for aesthetic, community, and small business.
What We Are Looking For: This role requires a friendly, outgoing, and approachable demeanor as well as the desire to go above and beyond to provide exceptional customer service. Strong interpersonal skills, organization, and attention to detail are key. Previous retail experience and experience working with or caring for houseplants is an asset. Currently we have shifts available on Wednesdays and/or Fridays that we are looking to cover, as well as occasional weekends. Please note your availability in your application.
To apply please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this role and availability to farandwidekamloops[@]gmail.com. Position closes June 8th, screening and interviews will be conducted as applications are received.
Please no drop-ins or phone calls. Applications submitted via other means may not be considered.
Thank-you for your interest.
We try our best to get back to all candidates.
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