Required Years of Experience
0-1 years
Job Details
We are seeking a Full Time Showroom Sales Associate to become an integral part of our team! You will be responsible for helping customers purchasing products from our 3000+ product line. Chefs, Hospitality Industry make a bulk of our customers.
This position is full time, Monday to Thursday & Saturday, 945am to 615pm. Opportunities to grow in the company after experience is gained.
Our Tribeca store is home to the most extensive collection of Japanese knives in the world, including Japan. But our collection is far more than just knives—we also offer a vast selection of kitchen tools and appliances, exquisitely designed tableware, and the rarest and most covetable sharpening stones. We are proud to be part of New York’s culinary community, and frequently host special events such as knife sharpening demonstrations and parties with the city’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs.
Responsibilities:
- Perform opening, closing, and daily maintenance duties as assigned
- Greet and assist walk-in customers
- Investigate and resolve customer complaints
- Enter and process customer orders
- Ensure displays are tidy and all items are stocked
- Assist with packing and shipping of customer orders
- Complete additional tasks/projects as needed
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in sales, customer service, or other related fields
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent customer service skills including ability to build rapport with customers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A willingness to learn and grow with us
- Bilingual Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin or Cantonese language skills (Native or Professinal fluency)
- U.S Work Authorization (Required)
Physical Requirements:
- Position requires prolonged periods of standing/walking and may involve reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping and color vision
- Frequent use of computers and other technology necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register, and ability to process register transactions
- Ability to lift/move up to 25lbs
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($25.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Profit Sharing
Required Skills
Sales Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Customer Relationship Management
Teamwork
High-Touch Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Adaptability
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Korin Japanese Trading was established in 1982, it is a one of a kind place to shop for top Japanese knives and also for fine imported Japanese tableware and kitchenware. Korin showroom is located at 57 Warren Street in lower Manhattan.
For over 30 years, Korin Japanese Trading has been an industry leader in the import and distribution of fine Japanese chef knives, tableware and restaurant supplies to Japanese and American restaurants and hotels. We have served thousands of commercial clients and chefs in the United States, Canada and around the world.
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Membership Perks:
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10% Off knife accessories
20% Off knife services
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