Seasonal Holiday Retail Assistant Manager

Job overview

The Seasonal Holiday Retail Assistant Manager role is onsite in Springfield, VA. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Cherry Hill Programs’ seasonal photo operations and its work creating holiday and souvenir experiences for children and families. Working alongside the Local Manager, the assistant manager helps lead the seasonal team, support daily operations, and deliver a positive Santa visit and photo experience. The role also supports sales, guest service, staffing, training, and store readiness.

What you'll do

• Promote a positive, collaborative environment
• support opening preparations, hiring completion, inventory, equipment setup and testing, scheduling, training, and opening and closing procedures
• capture photos and help guests select souvenirs
• resolve customer concerns
• reinforce procedures
• troubleshoot technical issues and escalate as needed
• assist with inventory, scheduling, training, recruiting, and administrative tasks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

seasonal holiday retail assistant manager

seasonal

retail operations

holiday photography

team leadership

guest service

sales

santa visits

springfield va

cherry hill programs

flexible scheduling

evenings

weekends

holiday perks

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Perks include flexible scheduling, same-day pay options, an employee referral program, a free Santa visit for friends and family, photo prints, holiday cards, a digital message from Santa, and access to Pixie Post.

Why this role

Photography experience is not required. The role requires availability for flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods, and at least 20 hours per week or as needed.

About the employer

Cherry Hill Programs Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Retailers. Sector: 45.