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How much do holiday retail jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for holiday retail in Oregon is $16.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.48 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is holiday retail?

Holiday retail jobs are temporary positions offered by retail stores during busy shopping seasons, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. These roles often involve tasks like stocking shelves, assisting customers, handling cash registers, and maintaining store displays. Holiday retail jobs are ideal for those seeking short-term employment, extra income, or experience in customer service. They often require flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet increased demand.

What skills and qualifications are needed for holiday retail?

To thrive in a Holiday Retail role, you need strong customer service skills, basic sales knowledge, and the ability to handle cash registers, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking tools, and mobile payment platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, resilience under pressure, and a positive attitude help you stand out, especially during peak shopping periods. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering efficient service, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining store operations during busy holiday seasons.

What challenges do holiday retail employees face and how can I prepare for them?

Employees in holiday retail roles often encounter fast-paced environments, large crowds, and high-pressure situations, especially during peak shopping days. Managing long shifts, addressing customer concerns quickly, and keeping inventory organized are common challenges. To prepare, it's helpful to develop strong communication and stress-management skills, familiarize yourself with the store's products and policies, and be ready to adapt to changing priorities throughout your shift. Teamwork and a positive attitude go a long way in creating a successful and enjoyable experience for both customers and staff.

What is the difference between Holiday Retail vs Retail Associate?

AspectHoliday RetailRetail Associate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sometimes prior retail experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; entry-level position
Work EnvironmentSeasonal, high-volume retail stores during holidaysYear-round retail stores, customer service focused
Employer & Industry UsageRetail companies during holiday seasonsRetail stores across various seasons
Common Search & ComparisonHoliday retail jobs, seasonal retail workRetail associate roles, retail jobs

Holiday Retail positions are seasonal roles focused on busy holiday periods, often requiring similar skills and credentials as Retail Associates. While Holiday Retail jobs are temporary, Retail Associates work year-round. Both roles involve customer service and sales, but Holiday Retail is specifically tied to peak holiday shopping seasons.

What are the most commonly searched types of Retail jobs in Oregon?

The most popular types of Retail jobs in Oregon are:

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Holiday Retail jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Holiday Retail job openings:

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Infographic showing various Holiday Retail job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,688 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Seasonal Holiday Retail Manager - Heritage Mall

Cherry Hill Programs

Albany, OR • On-site

Part-time

Posted yesterday

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Cherry Hill Programs rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 12 rated photography companies

Job description

About Us
Cherry Hill Programs brings the magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. In partnership with retail locations, tourist attractions, and destinations across North America, Cherry Hill Programs contributes millions of holiday and souvenir experiences for children and families, year after year.

As our Local Manager, you'll lead the team responsible for creating magical holiday memories for children and families. You'll oversee daily photo operations, drive sales and service excellence, and ensure every family enjoys a memorable Santa visit, exceptional photo experience, and outstanding guest service from start to finish.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

  • Build valuable leadership experience developing skills in team leadership, staffing and scheduling, coaching, sales performance, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional guest experiences
  • Same day pay options for early access to your paycheck
  • Employee Referral Program
  • A fun, fast-paced environment where you’ll lead a team that helps create memorable experiences for families
  • Opportunities beyond the season — return for future holiday seasons and explore growth opportunities within our souvenir photography division, where available
  • Exclusive Holiday Perks for You & Your Family:
  • One free visit with Santa for friends and family including:
    • 10 photo prints
    • 10 free holiday cards from Shutterfly
  • A personalized digital message from Santa, powered by Portable North Pole
  • 3 free months of access to Pixie Post, our digital greeting card platform

What You'll Do:

  • Foster a positive, team-focused work environment
  • Create schedules and ensure proper staffing coverage
  • Recruit, hire, train, and onboard team members
  • Oversee daily operations and site performance
  • Respond promptly to business calls and emails
  • Drive sales, cash handling compliance, and team performance
  • Verify and submit daily deposits and financial paperwork
  • Coach team members to deliver exceptional guest service
  • Build strong relationships with venue partners and vendors
  • Partner with host venues to support efficient operations
  • Resolve guest concerns and ensure positive experiences
  • Manage seasonal setup, breakdown, and equipment security
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

  • Must Haves:
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to lead a team, work independently, and make sound decisions
    • Availability to attend required pre-season training
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods
    • Availability to work approximately 40 hours per week, with additional hours as business needs require
    • Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time
  • Nice to Haves:
    • Previous leadership or management experience in retail, hospitality, customer service, or a similar environment
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Ability to use Microsoft Office and other business technology
    • Experience managing teams or operations across multiple locations
    • Demonstrated success driving sales, guest experience, and operational results
    • Experience with scheduling, training, coaching, and developing team members

We Work Together to Win Together 

Our mission is simple: to bring magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. We believe that building a diverse team, with a variety of backgrounds and experiences, is the best way to bring our mission to life. 

Cherry Hill Programs strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every employee plays a part in our Company’s success and makes this a great place to work. Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. Driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to promote a culture that supports and encourages creativity, fairness, and inclusion.

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Cherry Hill Programs is the industry-leader in experiential photography, operating seasonal holiday experiences in hundreds of venues across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico and year-round souvenir experiences in some of the most popular tourist destinations and landmarks across North America. For more information, visit www.cherryhillprograms.com

Industry

Photography services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Marlton, NJ, US

Year founded

1961

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