Love toys, books, and making people smile? Funky Monkey Toys & Books is looking for a friendly, energetic, and reliable Sales Associate to join our team! We’re an independent toy and book store that believes in the power of play, imagination, and excellent customer service. 🧸 About the Role: As a Sales Associate, you’ll be the face of Funky Monkey—helping customers find the perfect gift, keeping the store looking fun and inviting, and sharing your love of toys, games, and children’s books with families in our community. 🛍️ Key Responsibilities: Greet customers with a smile and assist with product selection Stay informed about new toys, books, and games Handle cash register and sales transactions accurately Restock shelves, organize displays, and help keep the store tidy Wrap gifts and create magical shopping experiences Assist with events, promotions, and seasonal activities
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. We are seeking a Retail Assistant to join our team. 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. Applicants without relevant experience will not be considered. 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.
Job Title: Barista Location: Jiayoungocafe Reports To: Café Manager / Supervisor Job Summary The Barista is responsible for preparing high-quality coffee, tea, and specialty beverages while delivering excellent customer service. This role helps create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects Jiayoungocafe’s standards and ensures customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve coffee, tea, smoothies, and other café beverages according to recipes and standards., • Operate espresso machines, blenders, grinders, and other café equipment safely., • Take and process customer orders in coordination with the cashier., • Maintain a clean and organized workstation, including the coffee bar and preparation areas., • Restock ingredients, supplies, and display items as needed., • Ensure quality, consistency, and presentation of all drinks served., • Provide friendly, attentive service and respond to customer inquiries., • Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines at all times., • Support other café operations when necessary (packaging, serving light food items, cleaning tables)., • High school graduate or equivalent; vocational training in food & beverage is a plus., • Previous experience as a barista or in a café/restaurant setting preferred (but not required; training provided)., • Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and café equipment is an advantage., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Flexible schedule; must be willing to work weekends and holidays., • Standing for extended periods of time., • Fast-paced, customer-focused café environment.