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Kettle WorkerThe Salvation Army Eastern Territory · Perth Amboy
Kettle Worker
Perth AmboyOn-siteContract
AI Summary
Kettle Worker assists The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign by ringing a bell and greeting customers to collect donations at an assigned location, without handling the money directly.
About this role
Overview
The Kettle Worker/Bell Ringer will assist The Salvation Army with the Red Kettle Campaign, which helps raise money to help those in need year-round.
Responsibilities
The duties listed below are the primary duties of this position but are not all the duties that may be required. The Salvation Army reserves the right to change, reduce or expand the duties of this position at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Specifically, the primary duties are:
- Ring a bell for The Salvation Army to collect donations. Smile and greet customers entering and exiting the location in a courteous and friendly manner.
- Stand where the customer can see you to establish eye contact, but do not block the store's doorway or get in a customer's way.
- Ensure the Kettle is never left unattended; always remain within arms-distance of the kettle. Do not move the kettle from the assigned location.
- Under no circumstances should you handle the money going into the kettle; kindly ask customers to place the donation directly into the kettle.
- If the kettle becomes full, call the Corps Officer or identified supervisor to request a replacement kettle.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Trustworthy and dependable.
- Able to work independently, with limited supervision.
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Must be outgoing, friendly, and enthusiastic about raising donations.
- Great people skills; retail and customer service experience a plus.
- Neat appearance; proper attire is layered clothing for warmth.
- Ability to stand for extended periods in outside weather conditions.
- Willing to submit to a criminal background check.
- Must understand and support The Salvation Army's mission.
Skills
Bell RingingCash Donation CollectionCriminal Background CheckCustomer ServiceOutdoor WorkRetail Experience
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