Keyholder - Opener/Closer

Once Upon A Child Timonium

Keyholder - Opener/Closer

Timonium, MD
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Do you love kids’ fashion, great deals, and creating a fun shopping experience? Join Once Upon A Child, North America’s #1 children’s resale franchise, where we make style affordable and sustainable for families every day.

    We’re looking for an energetic, customer-obsessed Keyholder to help lead our team and deliver an amazing in-store experience. If you’re outgoing, detail-oriented, and excited by a fast-paced retail environment, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your skills and have fun at work.

    Why You’ll Love Working With Us

    • $250 Shopping Spree Hiring Bonus after 90 days (20+ hrs/week)

    • Weekly paychecks

    • 30%+ employee discount

    • Flexible scheduling

    • Paid sick leave, holidays, and PTO

    • Paid training + leadership development

    • 401(k) eligibility

    • A supportive, inclusive team environment

    • Real opportunities to grow into management roles

    What You’ll Do As a Keyholder, you help keep the store running smoothly and create a welcoming experience for parents, kids, and sellers.

    You will: • Lead assigned shifts—motivating the team, driving great service, and ensuring smooth daily operations

    • Open and close the store, including key control, cash handling, and security procedures

    • Greet customers, assist with shopping needs, and make product recommendations

    • Manage the buying process: review items brought in by customers, evaluate condition/quality, and communicate our Buy Policy with confidence

    • Price and tag merchandise, restock the sales floor, and maintain brand-standard store displays

    • Support in-store events, promotions, and merchandising resets

    • Operate the POS system for sales, buys, and returns

    • Maintain store cleanliness and organization

    • Support and coach team members to provide exceptional customer experiences

    • Jump in wherever needed—teamwork is everything here!

    Who Thrives in This Role

    We’re looking for someone who is:

    • Friendly, outgoing, and excited to help people

    • Passionate about kids’ fashion, resale, and sustainability

    • A strong multitasker who stays upbeat in a fast-paced environment

    • Organized with excellent attention to detail

    • A natural leader—reliable, proactive, and comfortable directing a shift

    • Great at communication and customer engagement

    • Able to work a flexible schedule (weekends + some holidays required)

    Qualifications

    • 1+ year of retail, customer service, or shift-lead/keyholder experience

    • Proven leadership skills and comfort handling cash procedures

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., stand/walk for up to 8 hours, and perform typical retail physical tasks

    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

    Ready to Join the Fun?

    If you’re excited to build retail experience with a brand parents love, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and join a team that values creativity, sustainability, and great customer service.