Retail Staff

 Retail Pro - New West KnifeWorks

Are you a foodie? Do you enjoy talking about food, famous chefs and cooking equipment?

New West KnifeWorks seeks Retail staff at new Vail Village store.

Excellent commission & bonuses; benefits for FT staff (30+hrs). Food mavens encouraged to apply!

Apply online or email [email protected]

https://www.newwestknifeworks.com/pages/join-our-team-jobs

Retail Pro - Full Time or Part Time

Location: Vail Village, CO

Are you a foodie?  Do you enjoy talking about food, famous chefs and cooking equipment? 

New West KnifeWorkss mission is to make the finest knives in the world. A world-class retail experience reflects the quality we strive for with our knives. The Retail Pros primary responsibility is to facilitate that experience for our visitors.

New West KnifeWorks and MTN MAN Toy Shop offer one of the most original shopping experiences in the heart of Vail Village. Our Retail Pros offer an interactive and engaging experience for customers and staff alike. Food mavens are encouraged to apply!

About you: 

• Able to connect with a variety of people and personalities


• High Emotional Intelligence (EQ) - you just get it


• Lifelong learner- receptive; always looking to improve


• Excellent sales instincts


• Passionate about American-made functional art


• Self motivated and dependable -  youre on-time and ready


• Availability on weekends and holidays


• Passion for a hobby or interest outside of work

What youll do: 

• Provide a welcoming and memorable experience for all visitors to our store


• Become a product expert via ongoing product training, showcasing our brands quality and functionality to customers


• Deliver exceptional service in a boutique selling environment


• Act as a local guide for all things in and out of our store


• Keep our store and merchandise looking their best and ready to impress


• Other duties as assigned, which may include tomahawk tossing and/or knife sharpening after passing in-house certification

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base wages starting at $20/hr DOE + 3% commission on all retail sales (often averaging >$25/hr and up)


• Consideration for monthly bonus (tied to store performance-to-budget)


• $24/hr sharpening base wage, after completing in-house certification


• 401(k) + 4% company match*


• Generous employee discount + friends & family discount*


• Discount programs with partner organizations such as Kuhl


• Paid sick leave (for all Colorado-based employees)


• Full Time** only: comprehensive health, dental, vision & accident insurance; dependent care FSA*

*Eligibility waiting period applies

**Full Time defined as 30+ hrs/wk. Seasonal employees are not eligible for full-time benefits.