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Retail Associate

Sandbox VR

Chicago, ILFull-time$17.05/hrPosted 3y agoStill listed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$17.05/hr
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Sandbox VR is hiring a Retail Associate. Sandbox VR is seeking a Retail Associate to create unforgettable guest moments by greeting and guiding them through virtual reality experiences. This role involves mastering proprietary technology, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a spotless store environment. The ideal candidate is egoless, coachable, adaptable, proactive, team-focused, and reliable.

Key focus areas include Create unforgettable guest moments, Greet guests with energy and invite them into an exciting, welcoming environment, and Guide guests through the VR journey: arrival, gearing up, gameplay, and wrap-up.

Successful candidates bring Weekend Availability and Physically Able (on feet, lift up to 40 lb., occasional stairs). Important skills include Egoless, Coachable, Adaptable, Proactive, Resourceful, and Self-Driven.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

EgolessCoachableAdaptableProactiveResourcefulSelf-DrivenTeam-FocusedReliableTroubleshootingCommunication With ManagementCommunication With Tech Support

Qualifications

Weekend Availability1+ Year in Retail/Hospitality ExperiencePhysically Able

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Who We Are: We’re Sandbox VR, the most advanced virtual reality experience in the world. Our mission is to bring people closer together through world-class immersive adventures—whether that’s surviving a zombie apocalypse or battling on the high seas. Since 2017, we’ve led the industry in location-based VR. Join us and help build the future of entertainment! Interested in working at Sandbox VR? Sneak peek of our store experience HERE . What You Will Be Doing:

  • Create Unforgettable Guest Moments
  • Greet guests with energy and invite them into an exciting, welcoming environment
  • Guide guests through the VR journey: arrival, gearing up, gameplay, and wrap-up
  • Proactively share offers (F&B, repeat visits, gift cards) to boost engagement
  • Be a Tech & Experience Expert
  • Master our proprietary tech and keep gear calibrated
  • Troubleshoot issues smoothly and provide real-time, light-hearted updates to guests
  • Communicate with management and tech support when issues arise, clearly and quickly
  • Keep Things Running Smoothly
  • Maintain a spotless, high-energy store that meets Sandbox VR standards
  • Sanitize gear thoroughly and display materials/gift cards to brand expectations
  • Prepare iPads, body trackers, and gear before and after every session What We Are Looking For:
  • Egoless & Coachable: You take feedback well and pitch in wherever needed
  • Adaptable & Proactive: You’re resourceful, self-driven, and good with change
  • Team-Focused: You stay positive and celebrate group wins
  • Reliable: On time, in uniform, and ready to shine
  • Physically Able: On your feet, some lifting (up to 40 lb.), occasional stairs
  • Weekend Availability: Required
  • Experience: 1+ year in retail/hospitality Benefits:
  • Paid sick time + 401(k) match
  • Commuter benefits (transit + parking)
  • Referral bonuses + employee discounts
  • Free VR sessions Note: Evening and weekend availability may be required depending on the business’ needs. 17.05 - 17.05 USD

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