We're Hiring!
Occasionette is a fast growing, award winning card and gift shop with three brick and mortar locations (East Passyunk Ave, Collingswood NJ and Chestnut Hill). At Occasionette, we believe small business has the power to make positive change and a responsibility to be good to its communities. We are committed to everyone leaving the shop happier than they came in, including our team. Teamwork, direct communication and common sense are key values for us. We serve our customers by making it easy to find just the right card or the perfect gift for their friends and family.
Our positions pay a competitive living wage with advanced scheduling and an employee discount. Full time positions include an option of health insurance benefits (Occasionette covers 50%), paid time off, and retirement savings benefits (Occasionette matches up to 3%).
We are always looking for people who would be a great fit and a positive addition to our team! Please read through the full job descriptions and use the applications linked below to show us how you can bring something special to the company.
We are currently hiring for a Shop Manager at our East Passyunk and Chestnut Hill Shops, as well as full and part time Customer Service associates in all three shops. If you're interested in applying, please use the application link here and see below for full job description. We accept applicants for customer service positions in all three shops on a rolling basis, and will be in touch if a position opens up that you may be a great fit for.
Shop Manager - East Passyunk Ave // Chestnut Hill
Our Shop Managers are what make Occasionette so fantastic. They oversee the day-to-day goings on and set the standard and tone for customer service in their respective shop. Responsibilities include communicating with the Chief Operating Officer, leading their teams to maintain the overall appearance of the shop, leading by example with excellent customer service, conducting coaching and support conversations with their team members as needed, keeping back of house spaces organized, assisting with prep for any in-shop events, scheduling their teams, assisting with hiring and training as needed, and handling any escalated customer issues.
Well qualified candidates are people-people who thrive in a busy environment, and could be described as outgoing, friendly, level headed, fair, and professional. This is a full time Shop Manager position based in our original location on East Passyunk Ave in South Philadelphia PA, 35-40 hours / week. Shop Managers report to our Chief Operating Officer. This position requires a physical presence in our storefronts and the ability to lift up to 20 pound bins of merchandise.
Occasionette is proud to offer health insurance, paid time off and retirement benefits to full time employees, as well as a living wage to all employees. Wages commensurate to experience. Hours vary based on the operating hours and needs of our retail businesses. You will be scheduled and required to work weekends, afternoons and evenings as required to fit the needs of the business.
If interested in applying, please complete the online application here.
Customer Service Team -
We are seeking retail wizards who have a knack for making people feel special. Ideal candidates will provide top-notch, low key customer service. Customer service responsibilities include making everyone who comes in feel welcome, helping shoppers find the perfect card or gift for tiny humans and expecting parents, ringing up purchases, gift wrapping for our customers, restocking sold items, proper cash handling, performing basic opening and closing procedures, cleaning, sanitizing and straightening.
Ideal candidates are friendly and outgoing, have an enthusiasm for cards and goods & gifts, common sense, excellent communication skills, and a sense of humor. Outstanding people skills are required.
We expect all team members to be courteous, punctual, ready to pitch in to help with a variety of projects, eager to learn, and to be able to do simple math (like making change) without the aid of a calculator.
Customer service employees report to the Shop Manager and our Chief Operating Officer. This position requires a physical presence in our storefronts and the ability to lift up to 20 pound bins of merchandise.
Occasionette is proud to offer health insurance, paid time off and retirement benefits to full time employees and a living wage to all employees. Wages commensurate to experience. Hours vary based on the operating hours and needs of our retail businesses. You will be scheduled and required to work weekends, afternoons and evenings as required to fit the needs of the business.
You can find the Customer Service Application here.