Student - Sales Associate

Job Title
Student - Sales Associate

Requisition Number
SE04326

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
$12-13.25

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

Creative and self-motivated.
Reliable, organized, and able to work independently.
Passionate about local food and building a brand personality.

Hours per Week

TBD

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

We are looking for a vibrant, creative, and customer-focused individual to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the face of our shop, providing exceptional service at the front counter while also taking initiative on social media, community outreach, and in-store promotions to grow our brand. This role requires a blend of interpersonal skills for customer interaction and creative flair for marketing.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Greet guests with a warm, friendly demeanor, providing menu recommendations and sampling our gourmet popcorn flavors. Handle register transactions (cash/card), process sales accurately, and manage refunds or exchanges. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming retail space, including restocking displays and keeping the storefront tidy. Prepare and package in-store, online, and gift orders, ensuring high quality and attention to detail. Design and implement in-store promotional deals (e.g., “Flavor of the Month,” bundle pricing, or seasonal specials). Build relationships with nearby businesses to promote cross-marketing opportunities. Assist with, or lead, planning for pop-up shops, local fairs, or in-store tasting events.

Deadline to Apply
02/12/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date
02/28/2026