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Optical Sales Associate
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- East York, ON, Canada
Compensation: $17-$20 · Full-time
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- Compensation: $17-$20
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Job Title: Optical Sales Associate
Location: East York, Toronto, ON
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Compensation: $17-$20
Start Date: Immediately
About Us:
Vision Clear Optical is a locally owned and operated optical store committed to delivering exceptional eye care and stylish eyewear to our community. We pride ourselves on our warm, professional service and personalized customer experiences.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a friendly, organized, and sales-driven individual to join our team as a Sales Associate/Receptionist. In this dual-role position, you will be the first point of contact for our customers and play a key role in assisting them with eyewear purchases and appointment scheduling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet customers warmly and provide excellent service throughout their visit
- Assist clients in selecting eyeglass frames and lenses based on their needs and preferences
- Explain lens options, pricing, and promotions clearly and confidently
- Schedule and confirm eye exam appointments
- Answer phone calls and respond to emails in a professional and timely manner
- Manage the front desk, including intake forms and insurance billing
- Keep the showroom clean, organized, and well-stocked
- Perform basic administrative and clerical tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Previous retail or optical experience is an asset, but not required (training provided)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
- Comfort with computers and basic POS systems
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Availability on evenings and/or weekends is preferred
What We Offer:
Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
On-the-job training and mentorship
Staff discounts on eyewear
Friendly, supportive team environment
Opportunities for growth in the optical field
More about this job
Responsibilities
Welcome customers and help them choose eyeglass frames and lenses, explaining options, pricing, and promotions. Schedule eye exams, handle front-desk and administrative tasks, respond to calls and emails, and maintain an organized showroom.
Requirements
Previous retail or optical experience is an asset but is not required, as training is provided. Candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a professional and positive manner, basic computer and POS skills, and the ability to multitask; evening or weekend availability is preferred.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Eyewear Sales
- Frame Selection
- Lens Selection
- Product Knowledge
- Appointment Scheduling
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Point-of-Sale Systems
- Multitasking
- Front Desk Management
- Insurance Billing
- Email Communication
- Telephone Etiquette
- Organization
Benefits
- Performance-Based Incentives
- On-the-Job Training
- Mentorship
- Staff Discounts
- Supportive Team Environment
- Growth Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Sales
- Retail
- Customer Service & Support
- Healthcare
- Administrative
Keywords
- Optical Retail
- Eyewear
- Eyeglass Frames
- Lenses
- Eye Care
- Retail Sales
- Customer Service
- Appointment Scheduling
- Point-of-Sale Systems
- Front Desk
- Intake Forms
- Insurance Billing
- Showroom Maintenance
- Administrative Tasks
- Clerical Tasks
- Promotions
- Email Communication
- Telephone Support