Studio 88 Job Application - Somerset West December Part time Vacancies

Studio 88 provides part time retail roles in SomersetWest, South Africa, particularly in December when customer demand increases. The stores, located in Somerset Mall and Waterstone Village, focus on urban fashion for a youthful audience.

Common roles during December include:

• Sales Assistant (Part Time)
• Cashier (Part Time)
• Stockroom Assistant (Part Time)
• Sales Trainee (Part Time)

Description: Engages customers, recommends apparel and footwear, maintains store appearance.

Key Tasks: Greet customers, suggest products, process sales, keep the store tidy.

Career Path: Full time sales assistant floor supervisor store manager.

Description: Handles transactions and delivers customer service at checkout during peak retail periods.

Key Tasks: Operate point of sale systems, process payments, assist with customer inquiries.

Career Path: Advance to head cashier or customer service supervisor with further training.

Description: Supports inventory management to ensure stock availability during high demand periods.

Key Tasks: Receive, unpack, and organize stock, assist with stock counts, restock shelves.

Career Path: Move to stock controller or logistics coordinator roles.

Description: A training focused role for youth to gain retail experience during the festive season.

Key Tasks: Assist with sales, customer service, and stock tasks while undergoing on the job training.

Career Path: Leads to full time sales assistant or other retail roles within Studio88.

• Sales Assistant: ZAR25-40/hour (ZAR2,000-3,200per month); additional earnings - sales incentives, staff discounts.
• Cashier: ZAR22-35/hour (ZAR1,760-2,800per month); additional earnings - overtime pay, performance bonuses.
• Stockroom Assistant: ZAR22-32/hour (ZAR1,760-2,560per month); additional earnings - overtime pay, allowances.
• Sales Trainee: ZAR20-30/hour (ZAR1,600-2,400per month); additional earnings - training allowances.

Education and Qualifications:

• Grade12 (Matric) certificate required for Sales Assistant, Cashier, and Stockroom Assistant roles.
• Grade10 acceptable for Sales Trainee roles.
• No formal certifications required; retail or customer service certificates are an asset.

Experience: No prior work experience needed; on the job training provided.

Skills:

• Communication skills in English; knowledge of Afrikaans, isiXhosa, or other local languages is an advantage.
• Customer service skills.
• Teamwork and adaptability in a fast paced retail environment.
• Attention to detail for cash handling and inventory.

Personal Attributes: Reliability, punctuality, positive attitude, strong work ethic, passion for fashion, willingness to learn.

• Valid South African ID document.
• Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement).