Retail Sales Associate – Pop-Ups & Street Fairs (High-Energy Role)
1 day ago
Manhattan, New York
We’re hiring confident, sales-driven associates to run outdoor booths and street fairs across NYC. This is not a passive retail job. You will be expected to actively engage customers, drive sales, and perform in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. If you’re not comfortable starting conversations, this role is not for you. About alchemy. alchemy. is a New York–based lifestyle brand offering elevated, NYC-inspired apparel, jewelry, and fragrance. We operate in high-traffic locations including JFK Terminal 8 and the Westfield World Trade Center, and are expanding rapidly through pop-ups and street fairs. What You’ll Do • Set up and break down a full outdoor booth (tents, racks, tables, inventory), • Actively stop and engage customers — every interaction matters, • Sell with intention: recommend, bundle, and upsell products, • Learn product details and communicate them confidently, • Keep the booth clean, organized, and visually strong at all times, • Handle transactions via POS (Square), • Stay sharp, energized, and focused throughout long shifts This Role Is For You If • You are naturally outgoing and not afraid to approach strangers, • You’ve worked in sales, hospitality, or high-volume retail, • You like being on your feet and staying busy, • You can handle pressure and still bring great energy, • You understand that your effort directly impacts sales This Role Is NOT For You If • You prefer waiting for customers to approach you, • You are uncomfortable initiating conversation, • You need constant direction or supervision, • You’re not comfortable working outdoors in heat, wind, or cold Performance Expectations • Greet every customer within seconds, • Drive multiple-item purchases (not just single transactions), • Contribute to daily sales goals, • Maintain a high-energy, inviting environment at all times Schedule & Pay • Part-time / event-based (weekends required), • Typical shifts: 8–10 hours, • $20/hour Why This Role • High-impact, fast-paced environment (no boring shifts), • Direct exposure to building a growing NYC brand, • Opportunity to grow into lead roles for pop-ups and events To Apply Send a quick note telling us: 1. Your experience with sales or customer interaction, 2. Why you’d be strong in a fast-paced, outdoor environment