Christian Benefit Shop

Job Description
for RECEIVER / RETAIL ASSISTANT New To You Thrift Shop Full-time — 40 hours per week Job Summary Please send cover letter with your resume. The Receiver / Retail Assistant will be part of a receiving team responsible for receiving donations and helping prepare merchandise for sale. The role also includes sorting, pricing, cleaning, customer service, cash-register operation, and general store duties. As an important member of the team, in a fast-paced work environment, the successful candidate is expected to work cooperatively with other receiving team members, staff, and volunteers, and to respect the Christian values and ministry of New To You Thrift Shop. The shop works with other nonprofit organizations in the community and provides free items to some individuals in need. Main Duties Receiving Donations
- Welcome donors and receive donations in a friendly, helpful manner.
- Assist with unloading and moving donations safely.
- Sort donations into the appropriate areas.
- Keep the receiving area clean and organized.
- Identify items that may be unsafe or unsuitable for sale. Sorting and Pricing
- Learn to sort and price both hard and soft goods.
- Check items for condition, cleanliness, damage, stains, odours, and missing parts.
- Follow the shop’s pricing guidelines.
- Prepare merchandise for the sales floor.
- Keep sorting and pricing areas neat and organized. Store Operations
- Help empty garbage and recycling bins.
- Help break down cardboard and prepare it for recycling.
- Help keep the store, work areas, and storage areas clean,



including taking a turn cleaning the bathrooms.
- Move and organize merchandise as needed.
- Assist with seasonal displays and changes to the store layout.
- Help with opening and closing duties when required.
- Carry boxes of clothing, footwear, and other merchandise, including placing items on high shelves. This may involve lifting items overhead using a ladder and spotter.
- Occasionally assist the person who takes the shop’s garbage to the dump.
- Assist the Manager with organizing storage units.
- Help keep the exterior of the store clean and tidy. Winter Duties
- Help apply salt to entrances and walkways when needed.
- Help assist with minor snow removal.
- Report icy, snowy, or otherwise unsafe areas to the Manager. Cash and Customer Service
- Learn to operate the cash register.
- Assist customers in a friendly and respectful manner.
- Help customers locate merchandise.
- Respond to customer concerns and refer issues to the Manager when appropriate.
- Work respectfully and compassionately with people in need of clothing or household items, including people experiencing homelessness. Administration
- Take a turn entering daily sales into the Excel spreadsheet.
- Complete basic paperwork and records as required.



Teamwork
- Attend weekly staff meetings.
- Participate in discussions and brainstorming about ways to improve the store.
- Work cooperatively with staff and volunteers.
- Treat everyone with respect and kindness.
- Be willing to help wherever needed.
- Follow instructions and store procedures.
- Respect the Christian faith and values of New To You Thrift Shop. Saturday Rotation
- Take a regular turn working Saturdays. Staff currently works 1 in 4 Saturdays, however, this could change due to covering for vacations, illness etc. Health and Safety
- Follow all health and safety procedures and use secure lifting practices.
- Keep exits, walkways, and work areas clear.
- Report accidents, hazards, and unsafe conditions to the Management.
- Participate in required safety training.
- Participate in monthly safety inspections as a member of the safety team. Requirements The successful applicant will be:
- Dependable and punctual.
- Friendly and respectful.
- Comfortable working with the public and volunteers.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Willing to learn new duties.
- Able to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, standing, and moving donations.
- Comfortable using basic computer programs, including Excel. Other reasonable duties may be assigned as needed to support the operation of the store. Pay: $17.60-$30.01 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Store discount Work

Location:
In person

📌 RECEIVER / RETAIL ASSISTANT (Welland)
🏢 New To You Thrift Shop
📍 Welland