Seasonal Retail Cashier & Sales Floor Support - Jellycat - Michigan Avenue
Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a time you solved a problem for a customer.
What they are checking: Whether they have a knack for problem solving, which the posting names.
How do you keep the cash wrap and sales floor neat when it's busy?
What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of keeping the area runway ready without being reminded.
How do you stay positive and energetic during a long seasonal shift?
What they are checking: Whether they can keep their energy and customer service up through busy holiday days.
What would you do
A customer comes to the register with a return but has no receipt. How do you handle it?
What they are checking: Whether they can follow return policy calmly and still give the customer a good experience.
How would you keep the checkout line moving during a busy holiday rush at the Jellycat shop?
What they are checking: Whether they can keep service quick and friendly when lines are long.
How would you tell a customer about Nordstrom Rewards or gift cards without slowing down the line?
What they are checking: Whether they can share programs briefly and naturally during a transaction.
A customer calls asking if a specific item is in stock. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they are helpful on the phone and can use store systems to find answers.
You're asked to help with order pickup instead of the register today. How do you feel about that?
What they are checking: Whether they are flexible and willing to support other areas of the store.
About the work
What do you know about Jellycat, and how would you help a customer choose a gift?
What they are checking: Whether they have, or will build, product knowledge and a real passion for toys.
How comfortable are you learning new computer systems, like a register or inventory tool?
What they are checking: Whether they can pick up the store's technology quickly and use it accurately.
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