Who's Hiring Part-Time: Braum's, Al's Formal Wear & Chico's
Looking for part-time work? You’re in luck. Here are three companies with part-time openings available right now.
Braum's
What They Do: Chain of ice cream and dairy stores.
Types of Part-Time Position(s) Available: Store staff.
Desired Hours Per Week: Flexible, with day and evening shifts available.
Starting Pay: Around $8 an hour.
Benefits: Company discounts.
Requirements: Must be at least 16 years old. Customer service or food/restaurant experience is helpful.
The Inside Scoop: All employees are cross-trained so they can handle all necessary duties, including customer service, stocking and cleaning. Advancement opportunities depend on employee's performance.
Apply here.
Al's Formal Wear
What They Do: Retail chain specializing in tuxedos and formal wear.
Types of Part-Time Position(s) Available: Retail sales.
Desired Hours Per Week: Varies, but will probably involve some nights or weekends (stores aren't open on Friday or Saturday evenings).
Starting Pay: $8 to $9.50 per hour plus commissions.
Benefits: Company discounts, paid time off after one year.
Requirements: Must be at least 16 years old and currently enrolled in school, if not already a high school graduate. Background check and drug test required.
The Inside Scoop: Job involves calling and/or e-mailing brides and grooms and fitting merchandise on customers. This is a "goal-driven" environment, meaning you'll be expected to utilize your best sales skills.
Apply here.
Chico's FAS (Stock Quote: CHS)
What They Do: Retail chain of women's fashion (http://www.mainstreet.com/article/smart-spending/fashion-diet-no-new-clothes-1-year) stores.
Types of Part-Time Position(s) Available: Sales associates.
Desired Hours Per Week: Varies, but will be expected to work some nights, weekends and holidays.
Starting Pay: Around $9 an hour.
Benefits: Company discounts.
Requirements: Must be at least 18, with high school diploma. Prior retail sales experience preferred.
The Inside Scoop: Associates can earn bonuses/commissions on some sales, which reportedly creates a highly competitive atmosphere among workers.
Apply here.