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Key Holder Arlington Heights

Knitwell Group · Arlington Heights, IL · $16.00–$20.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This key holder role is also a Sales Lead who steps in as manager when needed. Tell me about a time you ran things when the boss was not there.

What they are checking: Whether they have handled real responsibility and made sound decisions without a manager present.

Tell me about a time you helped someone on your team feel included or welcome.

What they are checking: Whether they actively build an inclusive environment for associates, which the posting calls out.

What would you want to learn from the Store Manager to be ready to run the store yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated to grow and know which store functions they still need to master.

How do you balance helping customers yourself with keeping an eye on the whole floor?

What they are checking: Whether they can serve while leading, which is the daily balance of a Sales Lead.

What would you do

A new associate is nervous about approaching customers. How do you help her get comfortable?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach with patience and practical tips, since the role supports onboarding new associates.

An associate keeps standing at the register instead of engaging customers. How do you address it?

What they are checking: Whether they can give direct, respectful feedback in the moment instead of letting it slide.

You are in charge and a customer demands to speak to a manager about a return. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle escalations confidently and fairly when they are the leader on site.

Two associates are not getting along and it is affecting the team. How would you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can address team conflict early and fairly before it hurts customers or morale.

About the work

How would you model great customer service so associates learn by watching you?

What they are checking: Whether they understand leading by example, which the posting puts at the center of the role.

Walk me through how you would open the Arlington Heights store as the key holder.

What they are checking: Whether they think through security, cash, floor readiness and team assignments before customers arrive.

How do you keep visual and operational standards high when the store is busy?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep the floor recovered and processes on track without sacrificing service.

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The full job description

As published by Knitwell Group.

About us LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe. About the role As a Sales Lead, you're a key team member who supports and role models excellent customer experiences. Your focus is on delivering personalized customer experiences and providing guidance and support to associates. You have a direct impact on both the customer experience and the associate experience. You'll collaborate with the Store Manager to become an expert on store functions, so you are ready to step in as manager when needed. The impact you can have In this role, you'll have the opportunity to: • Be a representative of the brand and model personalized customer experience behaviors. • Assist store leaders with onboarding and developing an effective, highly engaged team. • Support an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged. • Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer. • Use tools to drive a customer-focused team environment and profitable business. • Provide in-the-moment feedback and coaching so each associate can bring their best to customer interactions. • Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and supporting the team. • Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools. • Seamlessly step into the role of manager when needed. You'll bring to the role • 6-months of retail sales experience (preferred) • Management experience (preferred) • Technology proficient and ability to operate a point-of-sale system • Enjoys communicating and coaching • Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays • Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions • Ability to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlines Benefits • 401(k) plan • Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands • Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands • Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Location: Store 0820-Arlington Town Square-ANN-Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Position Type: Regular/Part time Pay Range: $16.00 - $20.00 Hourly USD Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.

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