Merchandise Seller | Part-Time | South Okanagan Events Centre

Job summary

Assist with the setup, teardown, and restocking of merchandise booths during events. Process sales transactions using POS systems and provide product information to attendees.

Job details

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Position Summary The South Okanagan Events Centre is looking for candidates to assist as Merchandise Sellers during events and concerts in our building. This is a part-time/casual position driven by the event schedule, and work typically takes place during the evenings and on weekends. The appropriate candidate will be able to stand on their feet for long periods of time, work in crowds of people, be comfortable handling cash, and be available in the late hours of the night. This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00 CAD and is tip eligible. Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching. This position will remain open until December 18, 2026. About The Venue The South Okanagan Events Centre complex encompasses the Okanagan Hockey Academy and Memorial Arena. As the Okanagan’s premier sports and entertainment venue, the South Okanagan Events Centre (SOEC) brings world-class events to Penticton. Responsibilities Assist with the set up and tear down of merchandise booths. Ensure merchandise is visually appealing and accessible to attendees. Re-stock inventory throughout the event. Process sales transactions using point-of-sale systems. Assist fans with inquiries, offer product information (sizes, styles), and facilitate quick purchases to keep lines moving. Qualifications Retail experience is a plus and should include cash handling and the use of point of sale systems. Knowledge of cash handling procedures, sales taxes, and sales software is necessary. Knowledge of various computer equipment, including iPads, laptops, and POS machines, is necessary. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both existing staff and tour staff visiting the building. Excellent time-management and organizational skills are necessary. Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

What you’ll do

Assist with the setup, teardown, and restocking of merchandise booths during events. Process sales transactions using POS systems and provide product information to attendees.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience with cash handling and POS software, including iPads and laptops. The ability to stand for long periods and work late hours in crowded environments is required.

Benefits

• Pension Matching

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Point-of-sale systems · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Cash handling · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cash Handling
• Point Of Sale Systems
• Retail Sales
• Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills

Job areas

• Retail
• Sales
• Hospitality
• Sports & Recreation
• Customer Service & Support