We’re Hiring!

PART-TIME MAKER BAR & RETAIL ASSOCIATE

ABOUT US: The Works is a creative studio in West Seattle where you can take a class, drop in to make something, or grab a DIY kit — no experience necessary. Nurturing our community is core to who we are and we live by the motto that everyone is welcome at The Works, always.

THE ROLE: This is a unique opportunity to join The Works’ team and grow with us at our new West Seattle location. This team member will administer our Maker Bar, provide excellent retail service to customers, and host occasional classes and private events.

  • Maker Bar administration includes:

    • Greeting and checking in Maker Bar guests

    • Maintaining Maker Bar equipment, materials, and supplies

    • Providing wine and beer service (a MAST (Washington’s Mandatory Alcohol Server Training) permit required, we will pay for your training if needed)

    • Providing basic guidance to guests and ensuring safety protocols are followed

  • Retail responsibilities include:

    • Operating the point of sale system

    • Assisting customers with purchases and product questions

    • Restocking and merchandising retail displays

  • Class and event host duties include:

    • Cultivating a welcoming environment and checking in students

    • Assisting with event set-up and clean-up

    • Some classes and events will take place at our workshop in West Seattle, while others will take place on-site at various client locations around Seattle

ABOUT YOU: We are looking for someone who is:

  • Available to work every Saturday 9:30am-6pm, plus additional weekday shifts as needed.

  • Interested in making/crafting and joining a dynamic group of creative individuals.

  • Versed in customer service, ideally with retail experience.

  • Articulate, friendly, and comfortable with public speaking.

  • A team player with a can-do attitude, valuing diversity in perspectives, approaches, and backgrounds.

THE DETAILS:

  • This is a part-time position of up to 15 hours per week. It will include Saturday day time shifts 9:30am-6pm as varying hours, including evenings and weekends. 

  • We offer competitive wages, including sick leave. Pay will start at $22/hour and you will receive a performance review (and subsequent pay increase) in January each year. Receive a 25% staff discount. We are invested in your growth and offer a $500 annual continuing education budget.

  • College degrees are not required. We value diversity and we strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ people, and members of other marginalized communities to apply. 

TO APPLY: Send an email to kellie@theworksseattle.com. Include your resume and a cover letter telling us why you think you would be a great fit for our team, along with the potential topics you would like to teach.