We’re Hiring!
As of June 2023 we are looking for a new fiber witch to join our team! If you’re interested in being a guest teacher for us, please fill out our workshop application.
Circle of Stitches is a cozy yarn shop with a witchy twist in historic Salem, MA. We are looking for passionate and creative knitters to join our team! If you are passionate about the handmade movement, we might be the right fit for you! Bonus if you’re a little witchy - but not a must. You will need to learn about the witchy products we sell even if you don’t use them yourself.
We are looking for candidates with strong communication skills who are excited to help customers find the right yarn for their projects, and guide and inspire them when they need project ideas. Since tourism is a part of downtown Salem, you will also help sell gifts and souvenirs. You will help identify customer needs, and help meet our sales goals. The ability to work unsupervised and stay on task is a must.
This position has the opportunity for growth. We are ultimately looking for team members who are interested in becoming an Assistant Manager, with more responsibility and being part of the growth of the store.
Are you interested in teaching knitting, crochet, embroidery, weaving, or another craft? Great! Our Sales Associates are often teachers as well, and this is a great opportunity to earn extra income.
COVID-19: Proof of at least two vaccines required, no exceptions.
Positions available:
seasonal sales associate (for summer and/or fall)
Through end of August
From mid-September through end of October
part-time sales associate (permanent, pending trial period)
Seasonal Sales Associate:
Availability: 15-20 hours a week, with weekday availability a must. Some weekend availability helpful but not mandatory.
Basic Responsibilities:
Greet and direct customers.
Be familiar with all products in the store, and be able to answer customer questions (training provided).
Ability to suggest additional items a customer might be interested in.
Ensure product displays are fully stocked and properly organized.
Process product sales and exchanges.
Pull products for online orders.
Promote store workshops and events to customers.
Enforce store policies.
Help keep the store clean (sweeping, dusting, etc).
Help customers with knitting questions (crochet ability a plus).
Requirements:
Experience in retail a plus, but we are willing to train you.
Basic knitting skills are a must. You should have finished at least a handful of projects.
Basic crochet skills a plus, or desire to learn.
An interest in knitting trends and keeping up with popular designers. The more in tune you are, the more you’ll be able to inspire our customers.
Familiarity with Ravelry.com.
Comfortable with technology and computers. We will train you, but expect you to quickly learn how to use Shopify.
Strong communication skills.
Motivation to help the shop reach sales goals.
High school degree or equivalent.
Ability to build relationships with customers.
Ability to self-motivate and stay on task.
Ability to work independently.
Must be trustworthy.
Pay rate: $16.50/hour to start. Opportunity for bonuses and pay raises if shop sales goals are met and exceeded. If you teach workshops, workshop pay rate will be between $20-$120 per hour depending on the number of students.
Perks: Discount on all shop products and most workshops (with traveling teachers, we may not be able to offer discounts).
Part-time Sales Associate:
Availability: 15-25 hours a week, with weekday availability a must, and occasional weekend availability. Depending on your interest, this position has the possibility of growth, with increased hours, pay, and responsibility.
Basic Responsibilities:
Greet and direct customers.
Be familiar with all products in the store, and be able to answer customer questions (training provided).
Ability to suggest additional items a customer might be interested in.
Ensure product displays are fully stocked and properly organized.
Process product sales and exchanges.
Pull products for online orders.
Promote store workshops and events to customers.
Enforce store policies.
Help keep the store clean (sweeping, dusting, etc).
Help customers with knitting questions (crochet ability a plus).
Additional Responsibilities (as position grows):
Write blog posts about knitting projects, new products, etc.
Knit shop samples.
Help manage social media (Facebook and Instagram).
Help manage online customer interactions (such as answering store emails).
This position may continue to grow and evolve.
Requirements:
Experience in retail a plus, but we are willing to train you.
Intermediate to advanced knitting knowledge a plus, but comfortable beginner knitters are welcome to apply. We are willing to train the right person. Desire to keep growing knitting skills is a must.
Basic crochet skills a plus, or desire to learn.
An interest in knitting trends and keeping up with popular designers. The more in tune you are, the more you’ll be able to inspire our customers.
Familiarity with Ravelry.com (we are happy to train).
Comfortable with technology and computers. We will train you, but expect you to quickly learn how to use Shopify, Squarespace, and Trello.
Strong communication skills.
Motivation to help the shop reach sales goals.
High school degree or equivalent.
Ability to build relationships with customers.
Ability to self-motivate and stay on task.
Ability to work independently.
Must be trustworthy.
Pay rate: $16.50/hour to start, increasing to $17/hour after 90 day trial period. Opportunity for bonuses and pay raises if shop sales goals are met and exceeded. If you teach workshops, workshop pay rate will be between $20-$120 per hour depending on the number of students.
Perks: Discount on all shop products and most workshops (with traveling teachers, we may not be able to offer discounts).
Do you want to join our team? Please email a cover letter, resume, and a couple examples of knitting projects to: info(at)circleofstitches(dot)com. We’d love to hear how long you’ve been knitting, why you want to work at Circle of Stitches, and why you’re a good fit.
Circle of Stitches is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender presentation, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.