Williams-Sonoma
divh2Job Posting/h2pOur mission is to enhance the quality of our customers lives at home. We put the customer at the center of everything we do, every day. Our corporate values that guide our actions and decisions are our people first culture, customers, quality, shareholders, integrity, and corporate responsibility./ph3About the Role/h3pThe Sales Associate - Chef provides customers with a unique shopping experience by offering excellent customer service. Utilizes effective selling techniques and provide in-depth product knowledge in a fast-paced, specialty retail environment. Brings Williams-Sonoma to life for our customers by making it easy for them to discover products that best suit the way they cook and entertain./ph3Youre Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will.../h3ulliProvide informative culinary instruction and product knowledge to create exceptional customer experiences./liliShare product benefits and testimonials as part of each culinary activity and customer interaction on the sales floor to engage customers and drive sales./liliPlan, prepare and execute monthly culinary activity calendar, working within budget and meeting brand standards./liliEnsure store adherences to Health and Safety codes and train other stores how to meet compliance standards./liliSupport store team with marketing and promotion of culinary programs./liliProvide sincere, friendly and energetic customer service by exemplifying World-Class service standards./liliAchieve established sales and contest goals. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions./liliAssist customers with special services including: gift wrap, gift registry, locating merchandise, catalog orders, special orders, back orders, charge sends, courier deliveries, and furniture orders./liliUtilize effective selling techniques to build multiple sales and increase productivity./liliDemonstrate comprehensive product knowledge, including features and benefits./liliEfficiently and accurately perform register transactions i.e. sales, returns, and exchanges./liliAssist in implementation and maintenance of visual merchandise presentation, signage and lighting./liliUphold store maintenance and cleanliness standards straighten, clean and help maintain stockroom as needed./liliProcess, ticket, and restock merchandise as needed./liliPerform other duties as assigned by management./liliComply with all Company policies and procedures./li/ulh3Why You Will Love Working At Williams-Sonoma, Inc./h3ulliWere a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe./liliA technologically and data-driven business./liliCompetitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits./liliWere at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation./liliWere passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience./liliWe get to be creative daily./liliA smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas./liliWe believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative./liliWe have fun!/li/ulh3Were Excited About You Because.../h3ulliPossess the ability to build sales and establish customer relationships by instructing cooking/technique classes, demonstrations and in-store events as part of Williams-Sonomas Culinary Program./liliLove to sell, can articulate a proven ability to exceed selling goals
most importantly can close a sale./liliSucceed in a team environment, while able to work independently
manage your own time./liliThrive in an entrepreneurial environment
are constantly looking for ways to think outside-the-box./liliKnow what questions to ask your customers in order to understand their personal cooking style
needs./liliEnjoy discovering the customers style, lifestyle
story to connect them to the right products./liliMost successful when provided with clearly defined daily sales goals
metrics./liliHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred./lili1-2 years retail sales experience (specialty retail preferred, but not required)./lili1-2 years customer service experience./liliFormal training or degree in Culinary Arts preferred or equivalent job experience./liliKnowledge of Williams-Sonoma products./liliProven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously./li/ulh3Physical Requirements:/h3ulliAbility to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time./liliAbility to operate POS system./liliAbility to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques./liliFull time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business. Casual associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and one during the week (Monday to Thursday). Associates must be available for annual inventory and entire holiday season (November and December)./li/ulpExample: Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday). If preferred, an associate can also choose to have all three shifts of availability on the weekend (Friday to Sunday) and none during the week (Monday to Thursday)./ph3Benefits Just For You/h3pDepending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:/pulliA generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands/liliA 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities/liliA wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health/liliPaid vacations and holidays (full-time)/liliHealth benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time)/li/ulpWSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or sponsor an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration). This role is not eligible for relocation assistance./ppFOR SF ONLY: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances./p/div
most importantly can close a sale./liliSucceed in a team environment, while able to work independently
manage your own time./liliThrive in an entrepreneurial environment
are constantly looking for ways to think outside-the-box./liliKnow what questions to ask your customers in order to understand their personal cooking style
needs./liliEnjoy discovering the customers style, lifestyle
story to connect them to the right products./liliMost successful when provided with clearly defined daily sales goals
metrics./liliHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred./lili1-2 years retail sales experience (specialty retail preferred, but not required)./lili1-2 years customer service experience./liliFormal training or degree in Culinary Arts preferred or equivalent job experience./liliKnowledge of Williams-Sonoma products./liliProven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously./li/ulh3Physical Requirements:/h3ulliAbility to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time./liliAbility to operate POS system./liliAbility to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques./liliFull time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business. Casual associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday) and one during the week (Monday to Thursday). Associates must be available for annual inventory and entire holiday season (November and December)./li/ulpExample: Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday). If preferred, an associate can also choose to have all three shifts of availability on the weekend (Friday to Sunday) and none during the week (Monday to Thursday)./ph3Benefits Just For You/h3pDepending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:/pulliA generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands/liliA 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities/liliA wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health/liliPaid vacations and holidays (full-time)/liliHealth benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time)/li/ulpWSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or sponsor an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration). This role is not eligible for relocation assistance./ppFOR SF ONLY: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances./p/div