We are seeking a Weekend Sales Associate to join our team at JFK. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. This role requires strong retail experience, administrative or assistant-level support skills, and the ability to deliver boutique-level customer service to a global audience.
Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional, boutique-level customer service, creating a welcoming and personalized shopping experience for each traveler.
Consistently meet and exceed daily and weekly sales goals, contributing to overall store performance.
Proactively upsell shipping services for customers who wish to send purchases directly from the terminal.
Encourage customers to follow alchemy. on Instagram and explore our e-commerce site, helping to grow the brand’s digital community and online sales.
Support the store manager with daily operations, including opening/closing procedures, merchandising, and maintaining visual standards.
Monitor and restock inventory, ensuring shelves are organized and displays are polished at all times.
Assist with administrative and reporting tasks, such as sales tracking, daily/weekly reporting, and scheduling support.
Handle all operational and customer information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion.
Anticipate needs and provide seamless support to management during shifts.
Maintain compliance with JFK/Port Authority guidelines for airport retail operations.
Qualifications
Previous retail experience is required. Applications without retail experience will not be considered.
Assistant or administrative experience with proven organizational and multitasking skills.
Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales goals.
Strong ability to provide boutique or luxury-level customer service in a professional, polished manner.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to connect with a diverse international customer base.
Strong adaptability, problem-solving, and attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
Dependable, punctual, and professional in appearance and demeanor.
Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive operational and business information.
Comfortable working independently while also being a collaborative team player.
Must be eligible to work in the United States and able to pass all TSA/Port Authority background checks and security clearance requirements.
Please Note:
This role requires prior retail experience, weekend availability (Friday through Sunday), the ability to commute reliably to JFK Terminal 8, and successful completion of airport clearance. Candidates who do not meet these requirements should not apply.
Schedule
Friday: 12:00pm – 9:00pm (9 hours)
Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am – 9:00pm (13 hours each)
Additional hours may be available as needed.
Candidates must be flexible and able to arrive at JFK Terminal 8 on time for scheduled shifts.
Compensation & Perks
$22.00/hour base pay (eligible for performance based bonuses)
Employee discount across all alchemy. products.
Recognition for accuracy in reporting and maintaining confidentiality standards.
Proven success at this store will create opportunities for growth as we continue to expand into new locations.
Be part of a growing NYC-born lifestyle brand reaching travelers from all over the world.
About Us
alchemy. is a NYC-born lifestyle brand offering jewelry, fragrance, apparel, and candles designed for the modern traveler. With our flagship airport shop at JFK Terminal 8, we bring a curated selection of small-batch and elevated essentials to an international audience.
