A rewarding opportunity awaits at the Elmendorf Air Force Base Express for a Roving Store Worker who enjoys fast paced customer service and wants to serve those who serve our country. This role is perfect for someone who loves interacting with people, handling multiple self checkout registers, and ensuring every customer leaves with a smile. You will be the first point of contact for hungry shoppers grabbing a quick snack or ordering by phone. If you have a passion for pizza and want to be part of an award winning team that values military members and their families, this roving store worker position deserves your attention. You will work on a US Air Force installation in Alaska, surrounded by a supportive environment where you can grow, make friends, and give back to the military community.
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Company Overview
The employer is the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, known as the Exchange. This is the retailer on US Army and Air Force installations worldwide, operating department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, movie theaters, and an internet shopping site. With annual revenue of eight billion dollars, the Exchange ranks among the top retailers. They serve Soldiers, Airmen, and their families not only on US bases in Germany, Italy, England, Turkey, South Korea, and Japan but also in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other countries. The Elmendorf AFB Express location focuses on convenience store and pizza service. Working here gives you status as an employee of the Department of Defense, plus access to the installation and its facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet every customer with eye contact and a smile in your authentic way, making them feel welcome from the moment they arrive
- Manage multiple self checkout registers while driving an outstanding customer experience through proactive and customer focused actions
- Acknowledge every waiting customer as soon as they come to the Express area, letting them know you will be right with them
- Listen to customer needs and ask appropriate follow up questions to ensure you offer products that meet their specific requests
- Complete transactions accurately and efficiently while engaging customers in appropriate conversation
- Ensure customers have an extraordinary experience throughout their shopping visit
- Assist with regular checkout stations as needed and cross train to work in other areas of the store
Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Creditable job related experience may be substituted for education on a nine month for nine month basis. You must be able to learn and adapt to current technology needs, think quickly on the spot to answer customer questions, and take initiative. Excellent attention to detail is essential. You need a welcoming and helpful attitude toward customers and other team members. Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills are expected. Previous convenience store or gas station experience is preferred but not mandatory. You must be willing to cross train and work in other areas of the store as needed. US citizenship or appropriate work authorization for employment on a military installation is required. Military families and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits and Perks
This full time position pays between USD 18.23 and USD 21.28 per hour, with annual earnings ranging from approximately USD 38,000 to USD 44,000 based on a forty hour week. You receive health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, and a 401K plan for qualifying associates. Paid time off includes vacation and sick leave. Flexible scheduling helps balance work and life. You also gain access to the Elmendorf AFB installation and its facilities, including gyms, stores, and recreational areas. As a Department of Defense employee, you enjoy a unique sense of purpose serving those who serve.
How to Apply
To apply for this Roving Store Worker position, visit the Exchange careers website and search for job grade 2 at Elmendorf AFB Express. Submit your application online. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Join a team that values hard work, dedication, and the kind of professionalism that makes a real difference. We hope to hear from you.