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Gift Shop Associate

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $16.75/hr

The Gift Shop Associate position provides a wide variety of both complex and routine administrative services assisting Gift Shop management in operations. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS ...

The Rental/Pro Shop Associate will be responsible for assisting customers with boat rentals, equipment purchases, and providing expert advice on gear selection. This position offers the opportunity ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

The Rental/Pro Shop Associate will be responsible for assisting customers with boat rentals, equipment purchases, and providing expert advice on gear selection. This position offers the opportunity ...

GlenLakes Golf Club Inc is looking for a personable Golf Shop Associate to join our team in Foley, AL! This position reports to the GM Family Golf membership and pool membership included. Work ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Shop Associate

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$19/hr

What You'll Do Bring craftsmanship and precision to life in our production shop: * Build and assemble doors using specialized machinery, power tools, and hand tools * Cut, shape, and prepare wood ...

Salary: $16/hour Deer Creek Flange & Pipe is seeking a Spool Shop Associate. The hours for this position are Monday - Friday 7:00a.m. - 3:30 p.m. This role is eligible for benefits including medical ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Gift Shop Associate

Kaneohe, HI · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

GlenLakes Golf Club Inc is looking for a personable Golf Shop Associate to join our team in Foley, AL! This position reports to the GM Family Golf membership and pool membership included. Work ...

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to support daily operations at the historic Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe Hawaii. This role helps ensure visitors have a positive and memorable ...

Falcon's Fire Golf Club is seeking Golf Shop Associates to join our team! Pay: $14 an hour Full-time and part-time positions available Full-time team members will qualify for medical, dental and ...

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How much do shop associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for shop associate in the United States is $40,786.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $47,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay 250 an hour?

Jobs that pay around $250 an hour typically include specialized roles such as anesthesiologists, surgeons, corporate lawyers, and certain high-level consultants. These positions usually require advanced education, extensive experience, and professional certifications. Compensation varies based on location, industry, and individual expertise.

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

To thrive as a Shop Associate, you need strong customer service abilities, basic math skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and barcode scanners is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help you provide a positive shopping experience and resolve customer concerns efficiently. These competencies ensure smooth store operations, satisfied customers, and contribute to overall sales success.

What does a shop associate do?

A shop associate is responsible for assisting customers, stocking shelves, operating cash registers, and maintaining the store's cleanliness and organization. They often need good communication skills and basic knowledge of products to provide effective customer service in a retail environment.

How does a Shop Associate typically collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth store operations?

Shop Associates work closely with teammates such as cashiers, stock clerks, and supervisors to maintain an organized and welcoming store environment. This collaboration often involves communicating about restocking needs, assisting with inventory counts, and coordinating on customer service initiatives. Effective teamwork ensures that customers have a positive shopping experience and that tasks such as merchandising and cleaning are completed efficiently. Regular team meetings or shift briefings are common, providing opportunities to share updates, address challenges, and align on daily goals.

What jobs pay 4000 a week without a degree?

Shop associates typically do not earn $4,000 weekly; such high earnings are usually found in specialized fields like sales, real estate, or skilled trades where commissions or bonuses are common. High-paying roles without a degree often require experience, certifications, or specific skills, and may involve long hours or high performance expectations.

What is the difference between Shop Associate vs Cashier?

AspectShop AssociateCashier
Primary RoleAssist customers, stock shelves, maintain store appearanceHandle transactions, operate cash register, process payments
Required SkillsCustomer service, product knowledge, organizationMath skills, attention to detail, customer service
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, malls, supermarketsRetail stores, supermarkets, convenience stores
Common CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required

While both Shop Associates and Cashiers work in retail environments, Shop Associates focus on customer assistance and store upkeep, whereas Cashiers primarily handle transactions. The roles often overlap, but their main responsibilities differ, making each position essential for smooth store operations.

What is the job description of a store associate?

A store associate is responsible for assisting customers, maintaining the sales floor, stocking shelves, and processing transactions. They often provide product information, ensure the store's cleanliness, and operate cash registers or point-of-sale systems. Good communication skills and basic math are important for this role.

What are Shop Associates?

Shop Associates are retail workers responsible for assisting customers, maintaining store organization, restocking shelves, and processing sales transactions. They often greet customers, answer questions about products, and help ensure a positive shopping experience. Shop Associates may also handle inventory, set up displays, and keep the store clean and orderly. Their role is essential for smooth store operations and customer satisfaction.
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Infographic showing various Shop Associate job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,786 per year, or $19.6 per hour.
Gift Shop Associate

$14.50 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago


Houston Methodist rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 296 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 884 rated healthcare providers


Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Gift Shop Associate position is responsible for providing support for a wide variety of activities within the Gift Shop which include the flow of merchandise from point of delivery to the sales floor. This position ensures that products are easily accessible, appropriately priced, logged in Point-of-Sale system, visually appealing, and follows Houston Methodist Gift Shop quality standards. The Gift Shop Associate position provides a wide variety of both complex and routine administrative services assisting Gift Shop management in operations.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE
  • Four years of retail experience. For HM employees, three years retail experience
  • Experience in healthcare environment preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
  • Must possess effective computer skills
  • Ability to deal effectively with problems and exercise good judgment when problem solving
  • Ability to work with peers in a team situation
  • Detail-oriented and possess strong analytical skills
  • Strong organization skills and detail-oriented nature
  • Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information
  • Adaptable to change and dependable

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Serves as primary contact for all internal and external gift shop vendors.
  • Maintains proactive communication with key partners about new arrivals, sales, pricing, order overages and shortages, damages and delivery delays. Effectively communicates relevant sales and pricing information to management.
  • Recommends improvements for department scores on employee engagement.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Organizes stock room and ensure accurate labeling, logical placement, neat arrangement, and cleanliness are maintained and in compliance with accreditation agencies.
  • Contributes to meeting/exceeding department and organization targets for patient satisfaction measures.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Accounts for merchandise and supplies enabling compliance with designated inventory levels and help prevent run-outs. Ensures quality of perishable merchandise and inventory integrity.
  • Works with Gift Shop teammates to maintain asset protection standards.
  • Identifies and escalates issues and opportunities for improvement. Follows up on action items to ensure completion of assignments. Contributes towards improving department/hospital quality and safety scores.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Checks merchandise and supply deliveries for accuracy, verifying that quantities received match bills of lading, purchase orders and other documents.
  • Processes, authorizes and reconciles merchandise, addressing all discrepancies, shipment damages, and necessary returns to vendors.
  • Monitors shop demands and store coverage and fills in as cashier clerk as staffing demand require. Partner with management to improve performance standards and financial tracking.
  • Ensures store pricing and Point of Sale system integrity. Provides daily accounting and documentation and participate in inventory audits. Evaluates and recommends inventory stock levels based upon historical sales reports.
  • Contributes to profitability of the organization by receiving, handling, and managing inventory of merchandise and supplies in a timely and organized manner.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Recommends standards and strategies to ensure efficiency, consistency, accountability and increased profitable return. Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and activities.
  • Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
    WORK ATTIRE
    • Uniform: Yes
    • Scrubs: No
    • Business professional: Yes
    • Other (department approved): No

    ON-CALL*
    *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
    • On Call* No

    TRAVEL**
    **Travel specifications may vary by department**
    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE
  • Four years of retail experience. For HM employees, three years retail experience
  • Experience in healthcare environment preferred

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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