Overview:
Architecture Books is an independent bookshop, archive, and cafe in partnership with Community Goods. The space was developed through a shared vision for a welcoming, inviting environment that values community, art and design, curiosity, and good coffee. We are seeking a highly-engaged and knowledgeable bookseller that is passionate about art books, architecture, contemporary art, design, fashion, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a warm and welcoming retail environment that both supports sales and delivers a high-level of customer service and product knowledge.
- Developing strong relationships and community within the shop through book-in-hand assistance and intentional conversations centered around art, culture, and printed matter.
- Maintain a strong understanding of both in-store publications, exhibitions, and events as well and regional and international arts and culture.
- Completing daily operational tasks including but not limited to: processing sales, visual merchandising, upholding safety and security, processing incoming stock and outgoing shipments, and upkeeping cleanliness and organization, taking out trash, gift wrapping books, etc.
- Communicate and work closely with owners and bookselling team via text and email.
- Assisting with in-store events, including book signings, exhibition openings, and more.
- Support cafe-team with front of house procedures and tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
- Prior retail experience – preferably at a bookstore or arts space.
- Specific understanding in arts and publications centered around contemporary art, architecture, design, music, film, photography, and more.
- Previous experience in cafe or food service is beneficial.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle fast-paced retail, cafe, and event environments.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes of books and merchandise.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules based on store/cafe needs which may include weekends and evenings. Dependable attendance and punctuality is required.
Offer:
- Job Type: Part-time (15-20 weekly hours)
- Pay rate of $20.00 + partial eligibility for tips
- To apply: please email to introduce yourself and attach your resume
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
