Summer Fair Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is a summer-only position. Dates range from May 7 to Aug 26, 2026

Position Summary:

The Tuck Shoppe Summer Worker supports the daily retail operations of the Tuck Shoppe in Carter Hall. This position is responsible for delivering excellent customer service, processing sales transactions, maintaining inventory, and ensuring the store remains clean, organized, and fully stocked. The Summer Worker plays an important role in creating a welcoming and professional shopping experience for students, faculty, staff, and campus guests while upholding the College's core values.

Expected hours of work per week: 35-40

Work Location & Hours: Tuck Shoppe Carter Hall; Mon- Fri; 8am-5pm

The Tuck Shoppe Summer Worker's position will primarily assist customers with check-outs, inventory, and store operations. Approximately 35-40 hours per week, including some Saturdays (no Sunday work).

Qualifications for Position:

• Punctual and attentive to detail
• Ability to interact with customers in a friendly, professional, and positive manner
• Ability to reliably complete tasks with little supervision
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Cash handling experience a plus

Expected Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use the cash register to enter sales transactions for customers
• Keep the store clean, neat, and stocked
• Offer friendly and helpful customer service throughout the guest experience
• Answer telephones professionally
• Run on-campus errands as requested
• Organize and merchandise products, assist with inventory
• Adhere to the dress code reviewed in training

Work Habits (with the alignment of Core Values)

The College asks its staff members the following fundamental work habits:

• Do good work. (Service, Diligence, Faithfulness)
• Take ownership of your job. (Selflessness, Diligence, Resourcefulness, Enterprising, Creative)
• Be punctual. (Service, Diligence, Integrity, Faithfulness)
• Dress professionally and appropriately for your job. (Humility)
• Make suggestions when appropriate. (Resourcefulness, Enterprising, and Creative)
• Communicate openly and honestly. Seek to resolve differences by the scriptural patterns summarized in the Staff Manual policy on Fair Treatment as well as the Grievance and Appeals Procedure. (Integrity, Faithfulness)

Work Environment

The Tuck Shoppe operates within Carter Hall at Covenant College and functions as a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment. The workspace includes a sales floor, checkout counter, storage areas, and light office space. Employees regularly interact with students, faculty, staff, campus guests, and vendors throughout the day.

This position requires standing for extended periods, moving throughout the store to restock merchandise, and occasionally lifting inventory shipments. The environment can be busy during peak hours (such as the start of semesters, special events, and lunch breaks) and quieter at other times, requiring flexibility and initiative to complete organizational and inventory tasks.

The role involves routine use of retail and office equipment, including a point-of-sale system, computer, telephone, and credit card processing devices. Team members are expected to maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming store atmosphere that reflects professionalism and the mission of the College.

Physical Demands

This position requires regular physical activity consistent with a retail environment. Employees should be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Standing and Walking: Frequent standing and moving throughout the store during scheduled shifts.
• Sitting: Occasional sitting while completing administrative or register-related tasks.
• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift, carry, and move merchandise and supply boxes weighing approximately 25-50 pounds.
• Reaching and Bending: Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and stocking merchandise at various heights.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of hands and fingers to operate a cash register, handle cash, stock shelves, and use standard office and retail equipment.
• Communication: Clear verbal communication to assist customers, answer telephones, and coordinate with coworkers in a busy retail setting.