Part-Time Sales Associate – PEARLS Boutique
Location: Port Dover, ON
Type: Part-Time (until end of December, with possibility of reduced weekend hours or seasonal layoff until spring)
Compensation: Minimum Wage
About Us
PEARLS Boutique is a locally owned women’s fashion boutique specializing in stylish, high-quality clothing and accessories. We’re passionate about providing an exceptional shopping experience and building lasting relationships with our customers. As a small business, every team member plays a key role in our success.
About the Role
We’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Part-Time Sales Associate who can work Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays (with occasional additional shifts as needed). This role requires someone who is confident working independently, can manage the store on their own, and enjoys engaging with customers in a boutique retail environment.
ResponsibilitieS
- Deliver outstanding customer service: greet every customer warmly, assist with styling, suggest product pairings, and build sales.
- Operate POS software (Shopify or similar), debit/credit terminals, and handle transactions accurately.
- Manage the store independently: open/close procedures, maintain cleanliness, restock, and keep displays organized.
- Achieve sales goals by using strong product knowledge and upselling techniques.
- Handle special orders, returns, and exchanges in line with store policies.
- Maintain security awareness and follow all procedures to safeguard inventory.
- Communicate effectively with management (store owner) about daily activity, sales trends, and customer needs.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year retail experience (fashion retail preferred).
- Comfortable working alone in a boutique setting with minimal supervision.
- Proven sales ability and customer-first attitude.
- Strong communication skills and confidence assisting customers with styling.
- Tech savvy enough to run POS systems, debit/credit machines, and online order processing.
- Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
- Available to work Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays consistently.
Additional Details
- Position runs until end of December 2025. After that, hours may reduce to weekends only or role may pause until spring (seasonal cycle).
- Must be comfortable with the demands of a small business: flexibility, independence, and willingness to take initiative
How to Apply
Please submit your resume with a brief note about your retail experience and why you’d be a great fit for PEARLS
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 24 per week
Experience:
- retail sales: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person