Sales Assistant

We are looking for a personable Sales Assistant to join a museum team in Palm Springs, California on a Contract basis. In this role, you will help create a welcoming experience for visitors while supporting front-desk interactions, phone inquiries, and retail transactions. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys customer-facing work, communicates clearly, and can balance service with day-to-day sales support.

Responsibilities:
• Greet guests warmly and provide helpful assistance as they arrive at the museum.
• Respond to incoming phone calls, answer general questions, and connect visitors with the appropriate staff or destination.
• Process retail and merchandise purchases accurately using point-of-sale equipment.
• Guide visitors to exhibits, service areas, or team members based on their needs.
• Support daily sales and customer service activities to help maintain smooth front-of-house operations.
• Handle basic cash transactions responsibly and ensure purchase records are completed correctly.
• Contribute to a positive guest experience by addressing routine concerns in a thoughtful and attentive manner.
• Work a flexible part-time schedule of approximately 20 to 25 hours per week, including weekend availability as needed.
• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, retail, cashiering, or a related support role.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with visitors, team members, and callers.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and basic cash handling practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a detail-oriented, service-oriented approach.
• Dependable work habits and the ability to manage responsibilities independently.
• Flexibility to work within museum operating hours, including weekends.
• Experience supporting sales activities such as inside sales, direct sales, or front-counter sales is a plus.
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