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Seasonal Key Holder

Auburn, WA · On-site

$17.20 - $19.75/hr

As a BoxLunch Seasonal Key Holder, you'll be a huge part of our success by supporting the store leadership team in providing the best customer experience, ensuring that fellow fans are able to get ...

As a BoxLunch Seasonal Key Holder, you'll be a huge part of our success by supporting the store leadership team in providing the best customer experience, ensuring that fellow fans are able to get ...

Seasonal Key Holder

Dallas, TX

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

As a Key Holder with Akola Project you will exceed the customers' expectations in helping her find everything she needs, while working as a team to create an unimagined store experience. Our ideal ...

Seasonal Key Holder

Dallas, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

As a Key Holder with Akola Project you will exceed the customers' expectations in helping her find everything she needs, while working as a team to create an unimagined store experience. Our ideal ...

Go! Seasonal Key Holder

Reno, NV · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

Go! Seasonal Key Holder

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

Go! Seasonal Key Holder

Reno, NV · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

Go! Seasonal Key Holder

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

Go! Seasonal Key Holder

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

Go! Seasonal Key Holder

Farmington, NM · On-site

$11 - $13.75/hr

This role is a seasonal part time role and is responsible for opening and closing the store, managing and the cash register. Their main duties include assisting customers and manage sales, plus ...

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How much do seasonal key holder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal key holder in the United States is $15.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a seasonal key holder?

A Seasonal Key Holder is a retail employee who holds additional responsibilities, such as opening and closing the store, managing cash registers, and supervising staff during seasonal periods of increased business, like holidays or sales events. Unlike regular associates, Key Holders are trusted with store keys and may act as a shift leader when management is not present. This role is typically temporary, lasting for the duration of the busy season, and requires strong leadership and customer service skills. Seasonal Key Holders help ensure smooth store operations and provide support to both customers and employees.

What are the typical responsibilities of a seasonal key holder during peak retail periods?

As a Seasonal Key Holder, you’ll be responsible for opening and closing the store, managing cash registers, and providing leadership support during busy shifts. You’ll also assist with inventory management, ensure merchandising standards are met, and help resolve customer concerns. This role often requires flexibility, as hours can vary with holiday demand, and strong teamwork skills as you collaborate closely with sales associates and store management to ensure smooth operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a seasonal key holder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Seasonal Key Holder, you need retail experience, cash handling skills, and the ability to supervise store operations, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management tools, and basic security protocols is typically expected. Strong leadership, reliability, and effective communication help you motivate team members and deliver excellent customer service. These skills ensure smooth store operations, loss prevention, and a positive shopping experience during busy seasonal periods.

What is the difference between Seasonal Key Holder vs Retail Associate?

AspectSeasonal Key HolderRetail Associate
CredentialsMinimal; often requires retail experienceMinimal; high school diploma usually sufficient
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, often during peak seasonsRetail stores, year-round or seasonal
Employer & IndustryRetail chains, seasonal hiringRetail stores, ongoing employment
Job ResponsibilitiesOpening/closing store, supervising staff, handling cashAssisting customers, stocking shelves, sales

While both roles work in retail environments, a Seasonal Key Holder typically has added responsibilities like opening and closing the store and supervising staff during peak seasons. Retail Associates focus on customer service and sales. The Seasonal Key Holder role is often temporary and tied to busy seasons, whereas Retail Associates may work year-round.

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Infographic showing various Seasonal Key Holder job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,029 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Seasonal Key Holder

BoxLunch & Hot Topic

Auburn, WA • On-site

$17.20 - $19.75/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 14 days ago


Hot Topic rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 273 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 104 rated fashion retailers


Job description

Get some, give back! We're looking for pop culture fanatics to help create the best experience for our customers.
We're looking for music and pop culture fanatics to help create the best experience for our customers. As a BoxLunch Seasonal Key Holder, you'll be a huge part of our success by supporting the store leadership team in providing the best customer experience, ensuring that fellow fans are able to get their hands on the merch they love. You'll use your fandom knowledge to help train new recruits and ensure their success, while also supporting your Store Manager in daily operations and meeting sales targets.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Provide an amazing shopping experience that will encourage customers to return. They'll be impressed by your product knowledge, customer experience skills and use of the Force
  • Step in and step up when needed. You'll provide leadership support and help run the store when your Manager gets pulled away
  • Understand store sales plan and comp sales goals, and help drive sales by increasing key KPIs: UPT and ADT
  • Cover the sales floor zone and ensure that assigned areas are up to visual standards. You'll also help in the opening and closing of the store
  • Work the register; you'll process sales transactions and use your fandom knowledge to drive add on sales. We'll need you to also be able to close out the register and communicate and shortages or overages to your Store Manager
  • Assist with planogram changes including store map, wall, fixture, & merchandising mix
  • Let your voice be heard! You'll communicate fashion & music trend information to management and respective HQ partners
  • While we welcome wizards, we don't like it when spells are stolen. You'll work with Store Management to ensure there's no misuse of spells and wizardry around theft.
  • Support the maintenance of the mother ship; you'll help keep the stock room organized and the store tidy.
  • Train and coach new Sales Associates as needed to help them quickly get acclimated to the team
  • Any other activities as assigned by your Store Leader

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • Previous experience working in a retail environment. If you're passionate about philanthropy & all things pop culture, you're in the right place!
  • Superpowers in providing customer service and selling
  • A High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Avenger like collaboration and communication skills, as well as Captain America-like leadership
  • The usual retail stuff: able to stand and walk around during scheduled hours, reaching for merch using ladder, step stool and poles. You'll also have to be able to move around boxes of awesome merchandise that may weigh up to 50 pounds

$17.20 - $19.75 an hour
Please note the pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but other factors such as an individual's education, location, meeting the minimum job requirements for the role, training and experience, will determine the final salary for potential new hires.

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About BoxLunch & Hot Topic

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BoxLunch & Hot Topic is a retail company located in the City of Industry, California. Operating within the clothing and pop culture licensed merchandise industry, their product portfolio includes apparel, accessories, collectibles, home goods, and gift items. BoxLunch and Hot Topic are known for their focus on pop culture and music-oriented fashion and lifestyle products, targeting a customer base that primarily includes teens and young adults. Hot Topic was founded in 1988, with the creation of BoxLunch following later in 2015. Their core value is to connect with their customers on a shared love of pop culture while giving back to those in need. BoxLunch has a philanthropic partnership with Feeding America, with every $10 spent by customers translating to a donated meal. Hot Topic, on the other hand, focuses on social responsibility and environmental sustainability through various initiatives.

Industry

Apparel and accessories stores and retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

City of Industry, CA, US