Merchandise Sales Clerk - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSIONThe Merchandise Sales Clerk performs all job assignments with a positive attitude that supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Merchandise Sales Clerk under supervision sells merchandise items while providing outstanding guest service. This position reports to Retail Management. WHAT YOU WILL DO

Sells merchandise items, Rents and maintains strollers, wheelchairs, ECVs, and other equipment. Proactive to suggestive selling. Participate in department promotions and systems for up selling.
Operates point of sale system, handles and tenders a variety of sales transactions including cash, proactive to suggestive selling
Maintains stock levels and cleans displays
Provides outstanding guest service, greets guests
Demonstrates understanding of a variety merchandise types
Keeps prices clearly posted and updated
Orders items as necessary and maintains an inventory as directed

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOREDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

RBS Certificate within 30 Days required.
Food Handler's Card within 30 Days required.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of:

Understands merchandising methods and register practices
Background/history/operations of merchandising
Zoo and Safari Park rules and regulations

Skills To:

Operate a cash register accurately and efficiently
Understand and carry out instructions
Understand and communicate effectively with the public
Deal tactfully and courteously with the others in a diverse environment
Proactively maintains appropriate stock levels
Provides outstanding guest service