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At Room & Board, our part-time Design/Retail Sales Associate role (3 days a week, 8-hour shifts including weekends) offers an amazing way to balance your current life's work with a fulfilling ...

At Room & Board, our part-time Design/Retail Sales Associate role (3 days a week, 8-hour shifts including weekends) offers an amazing way to balance your current life's work with a fulfilling ...

At Room & Board, our part-time Design/Retail Sales Associate role (3 days a week, 8-hour shifts including weekends) offers an amazing way to balance your current life's work with a fulfilling ...

At Room & Board, our part-time Design/Retail Sales Associate role (3 days a week, 8-hour shifts including weekends) offers an amazing way to balance your current life's work with a fulfilling ...

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How much do part time free room board jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average weekly pay for part time free room board in the United States is $2,177.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,663.46 and $2,442.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are part time free room and board jobs?

Part time free room and board jobs are positions where employees work part-time hours in exchange for both a place to live and meals, either partially or fully provided. These jobs are often found in settings like hostels, farms, resorts, or as a live-in caregiver or nanny. This arrangement can be ideal for students, travelers, or anyone looking to offset living expenses while gaining work experience. Duties and compensation vary, so it's important to understand the terms before accepting a position.

What are the typical responsibilities and expectations for someone working in a part-time position that offers free room and board?

In part-time roles that include free room and board, employees are often expected to contribute a set number of hours per week to specified duties, which may include housekeeping, caregiving, supervision, or administrative support, depending on the setting. While the workload is generally lighter than full-time positions, flexibility and reliability are essential, as schedules may include evenings or weekends. Communication with supervisors and residents is important, since these roles often require close interaction within a communal living environment. Additionally, respecting house rules and maintaining a professional demeanor is crucial, as your living space is also your workplace. These positions can be a great way to save on living expenses while gaining valuable work experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a role that offers part-time work in exchange for free room and board, and why are they important?

Success in a part-time room and board position typically requires reliability, strong work ethic, and relevant skills for tasks such as housekeeping, childcare, or property maintenance. Familiarity with household tools, cleaning equipment, or basic safety protocols can be beneficial depending on the specific duties. Excellent communication, adaptability, and trustworthiness help build positive relationships with hosts and ensure smooth day-to-day interactions. These qualities are crucial for maintaining a harmonious living environment and fulfilling responsibilities to the satisfaction of both parties.

What is the difference between Part Time Free Room Board vs Babysitter?

AspectPart Time Free Room BoardBabysitter
CredentialsNone required, but experience helpfulOften requires babysitting certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentPrivate home, flexible hoursPrivate home, variable hours
Employer & IndustryFamilies seeking household helpParents needing child supervision

Part Time Free Room Board typically involves assisting with household tasks or chores in exchange for accommodation, often with minimal formal credentials. Babysitters focus on child supervision and may need specific certifications. Both roles are in private homes, but their primary duties and credential requirements differ. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right opportunity based on skills and preferences.

What are the most commonly searched types of Free Room Board jobs?

The most popular types of Free Room Board jobs are:

Infographic showing various Part Time Free Room Board job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 39% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,214 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Retail Sales Associate / Design Associate (Home Furnishings)

Paramus, NJ • On-site


Room & Board
Retail • 501 - 1,000 employees

9.7

Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 63 rated furniture retailers

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


$29.65 - $33.65/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Overview

Are you driven by the desire to serve customers and passionate about the art of selling? Do you excel in a dynamic retail environment, utilizing your inherent curiosity and intuition to assist customers in finding tailored solutions that transform their homes into spaces they love? If so, discover a career designed to be different!

At Room & Board, our part-time Design/Retail Sales Associate role (3 days a week, 8-hour shifts including weekends) offers an amazing way to balance your current life's work with a fulfilling part-time career. Offering you generous benefits, including health benefits, three weeks of paid vacation, 401(k), profit sharing, and more. You'll join a team of talented and professional colleagues while being surrounded by beautiful home furnishings that showcase American craftsmanship. As a valued member of our collaborative design team, you will leverage technology, tools, and resources innovatively, creating a rich and engaging experience to help customers craft homes and spaces they love.

Job location: 

762 Route 17 North, Suite A1

Paramus, NJ 07652

Store hours:

Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: closed

Schedule:

You will work a set schedule of Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, To allow you to easily balance your other life priorities, we build out schedules for an entire month and release them a few weeks prior to the start of each month.

What you bring to be successful as a Design / Retail Sales Associate:

  • Motivation to serve the customer with an individualized and consultative approach, understanding their needs while maintaining professionalism and respect in your interactions.
  • Confidence as a team player, with self-awareness and an ability to build successful relationships with an open-mind and open-heart.
  • Focus on providing the right solution in a collaborative, non-commissioned selling environment as you guide customers through the creative design process.
  • Confidence in navigating and leveraging technology/tools such as the iPad, floor planning software, and POS system to enhance the customer experience.
  • Energized by the high-paced customer traffic and the range of interactions throughout your shift. You bring the stamina - both physical and mental - to navigate both the busy pace of customer interactions and the productivity of your downtime.
  • Lifelong learner mindset, continuously seeking opportunities to build knowledge and hone your craft. 

Additional position requirements and qualifications as a Design / Retail Sales Associate:

  • 2+ years of experience working in a customer-centric, fashion/design savvy retail environment with a passion for design and engaging with customers on the showroom floor.
  • You bring exceptional communication skills, demonstrated confidence, attention to detail, prioritization and organization skills, and a high level of comfort navigating technology and virtual resources. These attributes for success are captured in our Design Associate Profile.
  • Ability to provide proof of identity and legal work authorization upon hire.

What you'll find as Design / Retail Sales Associate:

  • Salary: $37,000 - $42,000 ($29.65 - $33.65 / hour) depending on experience.
  • Benefits that focus on holistic well-being. The whole person matters, not just the one who shows up for work. That's why we invest in holistic well-being that supports and encourages you to live a full life. Besides a competitive paycheck, we offer benefits to help you thrive in every aspect of life. That includes three weeks of paid vacation, a generous 401(k) match, profit-sharing and more. As a 100% employee-owned company, staff members working 1,000 hours or more in a 12-month period are eligible to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This plan acts as an additional Retirement Savings Plan fully funded by Room & Board.
  • Meaningful work. We create a meaningful work experience by empowering everyone to contribute, taking pride in everything we do, and making the world sustainable, inclusive and beautiful.
  • A culture of respect. We sustain a culture of respect by relying on our shared values, building supportive and kind teams, and ensuring all voices are heard and celebrated.
  • To view our benefits in detail and to learn more about our culture, please visit: https://www.roomandboard.com/careers

    Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled; there is no specified deadline.

    Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

    As an applicant, you have rights under Federal Employment Laws, and your state may offer additional protections. To view applicable laws, visit our partner site.

    Discover a career designed to be different.

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