Now Hiring - Hammond’s Candies - Guest Relations and Sales Associate & Tour in Denver, CO

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*NO FOR STAFF AGENCIES,TEMPS OR RECRUITERS , PLEASE. Hammond's Candies has been handcrafting some of America's finest candies for almost a century. The world renowned confectioner has made a name for itself with its artisan candy canes, beautifully spun ribbon candy, and larger than life lollipops. Hammond's still hand-pulls, shapes, and twists classic candies in a small batch environment using locally-sourced ingredients and original recipes all while focusing on quality and one of a kind craftsmanship. Hammond's goes beyond the traditional candy maker with a wide range of sweet and savory, all-natural caramel corns, handmade marshmallows, premium nut candies, and award-winning chocolate bars. We are looking for fun, energentic, out going people to work in our Guest Relations Department. General Guest Relations Functions: * Meets and greets customers as they enter the building. * Assist guest with questions regarding factory tours. * Organize and deliver a 30 minute factory tour and behind the scenes tour in a professional and entertaining manner with up to 50 guests. * Make the tour a quality experience for all visitors by explaining each step in the candy-making process and history. ( Training is provided) * Take reservations in person, online and on phone. * Help implement birthday parties, festivals, and special events Sales and Retail Functions * Merchandise retail store and welcome center with holiday and seasonal displays. * Clean and maintain retail store, tour and welcome center as directed. * Assist guest with questions and educates guests on new products to promote sales. * Make fudge and maintains chocolate department. * Use point of sale system and handels cash. * Maintain store inventory. * Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, SSOP's, health & safety codes. * Notify supervisor of any problems or issues. Requirements: * High School Diploma or GED as well as High School Juniors and Seniors working towards graduation. * Previous retail experience preferred. * Spoken and written English language proficiency. * Clean criminal history. * Maintain a work environment free of drugs & alcohol. * Communicates effectively with others * Weekdays and Saturdays * Ability to multitask * Ability to stand 30-90 minutes at a time * Proficient public speaker Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $17.29 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Shift: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person