Bookseller - Temporary

About the Role

A Barnes & Noble Bookseller is a key member of the bookselling team, welcoming customers, connecting readers with the right titles, and maintaining the store's presentation and operations. This role involves a mix of customer service, merchandising, and operational tasks in a dynamic retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers cheerfully, answer questions, and assist them in finding the right books and products.
• Unpack, shelve, and organize deliveries to maintain an attractive and well-stocked store.
• Operate cash registers efficiently and provide professional service at checkout.
• Maintain clean and visually appealing displays across all product categories, including books, gifts, toys, and more.
• Support the café team when needed and assist with loss prevention procedures.
• Locate books and products accurately using store tools and personal knowledge.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, including working early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth store operations and a positive work environment.
• Develop expertise in various product categories, including fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, educational toys, games, music, movies, and newsstand items.
• Make effective book recommendations and support key sales initiatives such as Monthly Picks, Book of the Year, Membership, and preorders.
• Handle physical tasks, including prolonged standing, repetitive bending, lifting, and walking.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Reliable and punctual attendance for scheduled shifts.
• Flexibility to fill scheduling gaps and adapt to store needs.
• Positive, willing attitude with a strong work ethic and energy.
• Supportive and considerate of colleagues, fostering teamwork.
• Cheerful and helpful demeanor with customers, consistently going above and beyond.
• Willingness to learn new skills and acquire knowledge about store operations and products.
• Proficiency in using technology, including registers, computers, tablets, and store programs.
• Ability to develop merchandising and visual presentation skills.
• Physical capability to handle prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and walking.

Benefits

Benefits vary based on scheduled hours:

• Less than 20 hours per week: Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Sick Pay.
• 20 to 29.99 hours per week: Employee Discount, EAP, Sick Pay, Paid Time Off (including paid Maternity and Parental Leave), Company Paid Holidays, Transit benefits, and 401(k) with Company Match.
• 30 hours or more per week: Employee Discount, EAP, Sick Pay, Paid Time Off (including paid Maternity and Parental Leave), Company Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Company Match, Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts, Healthcare Spending Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Transit benefits, and Tuition Reimbursement.

All benefits are provided in accordance with the terms of the current plan and may be subject to future change. Benefits may vary depending on location and state regulations.