We’re hiring seasonal sales associates in Boston!

Meow Parlour is seeking enthusiastic, cat-loving individuals to join our team for the 2024 holiday season at the Snowport holiday market where we’ll be offering gifts for cat lovers.

Dates: November 8-December 29th.

Position can be part-time or full-time, at least 3 days a week including at least 1 weekend day. Weekday shifts are typically for the whole day. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Engage with customers: Greet shoppers with a warm, friendly attitude and provide excellent customer service.

  • Sales: Assist customers with purchases, handle cash and credit card transactions.

  • Inventory Management: Restock displays and manage inventory to ensure our booth looks inviting and organized.

  • Booth Setup & Maintenance: Help restock the booth at the start of the day and ensure it remains neat and festive throughout the day.

  • Be a Cat Enthusiast: Channel your love for cats to create a fun, engaging shopping experience for all!

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Customer Service Skills: You have previous retail or sales experience and are comfortable interacting with customers in a busy market setting.

  • Friendly and Outgoing: You enjoy engaging with people and creating a fun, friendly atmosphere.

  • Reliable: Ability to commit to a set schedule, including weekends and evenings.

  • Organized: You can manage inventory, restock efficiently, and keep the booth tidy.

  • Comfortable with POS Systems: Basic experience with cash handling and operating a point-of-sale system (training will be provided).

  • Love for Cats: Whether you’re a proud cat parent or simply appreciate feline culture, we want you to share the enthusiasm with our customers.

BENEFITS:

  • $18 hourly rate + tips with many opportunities for bonuses based on sales performance.

  • Employee discount on all of our products.

  • Be part of a fun, festive team with a shared love of cats!

HOW TO APPLY:

If you're excited about selling cute cat-themed gifts and spreading holiday cheer, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume, a brief cover letter explaining why you’re a great fit for this role and your availability to meow (@) meowparlour.com with “Snowport” in the email subject. Be sure to include any relevant retail experience and a few lines about your favorite feline friend or why you love cats!

 We’re hiring a seasonal MANAGER in Boston!

Meow Parlour is looking for a detail-oriented self-starter who has a love for all things feline to manage our retail pop-up store at the Snowport holiday market.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our holiday market booth, ensuring excellent customer service, managing sales, and creating a welcoming experience for cat lovers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the daily operations of the booth, including opening, restocking, closing, and maintaining an organized and attractive display of cat-themed products.

  • Communicate with the Meow Parlour team about sales trends, inventory needs, and customer feedback.

  • Lead and motivate seasonal staff members to ensure smooth operations.

  • Provide excellent customer service by engaging with shoppers, answering questions, and sharing knowledge about our products.

  • Handle sales transactions

  • Problem-solve and address any challenges that arise during the market season.

Qualifications:

  • Previous retail management or leadership experience preferred.

  • Strong communication and organizational skills.

  • Customer service-focused with a friendly and outgoing personality.

  • Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Comfortable handling money and using a point-of-sale system.

  • A passion for cats and cat-related products!

  • Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays throughout the market season.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Full-time, including weekends from November 8 through December 29 2024. $35/h + tips + bonuses

How to Apply:

If you're a cat lover with retail or management experience looking for a fun, festive seasonal job, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’d be the perfect fit for this role to meow (@) meowparlour.com with “Snowport Manager” in the email subject.

Join us and help spread holiday cheer to cat lovers at the Snowport Holiday Market!