Ballard Business Improvement Area Businesses and Dues Paying Members of the Ballard Alliance: Submit a job posting for inclusion on the job list below. Please allow 24-48 hours to have your submission form reviewed and uploaded.
Please note: only Ballard businesses within the Ballard Improvement Area or Ballard Alliance members will have their open job positions posted on this site.
Position: Communications Team
Position Description: The communications team is an integral part of Swansons Nursery, ensuring an exceptional experience for our customers. Your primary responsibility will be to interact enthusiastically with customers via phone, email, and social media. On a daily basis, you will answer questions, offer advice, and help solve customer issues by collaborating with many departments and members of the Swansons’ team. You are the voice of Swansons for current and potential customers!
How to Apply: Visit https://www.swansonsnursery.com/careers to see the full job description and apply online.
2206 NW Market Street
Position: Retail Sales Associate
Position Description: Blendily is looking for motivated Retail Sales Associates to join our growing team! We’re a budding company with retail spaces in Portland and Seattle and plan to open a third shop in Vancouver, B.C. in the next two years. Like the company, our blends are truly grown from the ground up. We mix ingredients from our garden in our botanical kitchen to create luxurious, organic skincare products.
Due to our homegrown operation, we view our team as a caring community. You must love building relationships and helping customers with their skincare needs. This is the perfect position for someone who is looking to be part of a creative, experiential, and nimble team. We also empower and value our team’s input. This is your time to shine (and not just from our skincare products)! Take your talent to our community. Stellar social media skills? Get our message out. Got a knack for gorgeous artistry? Help our customers look and feel their best. You could even help launch a new product to draw in our international base. Grow with us!
How to Apply: Visit https://blendily.freshteam.com/jobs/vEaytG_tXtuq/retail-sales-associate-seattle
1752 NW Market Street
Position: Front House Customer Service (Full-Time)
Position Description: The position of Front House Customer welcomes, directs, and takes care of Sip and Ship crew and customers alike.
About Sip & Ship: Our Culture…Stronger Together. Great effort is placed on genuinely greeting others with a welcoming attitude, and presenting Sip and Ship products and services with a positive impact. As a member of the Sip and Ship team each of us seeks ways to embody and practice Sip and Ship’s core values in our work by using Courage, Hard Work, Authenticity, and Gratitude. These key core values are essential to learn and develop in this role to actively support our team culture – in partnership with Sip and Ship’s service philosophies and work guidelines. These tools are our secret sauce, love language, and resources for learning, growing, and sustaining a positive workplace. They foster personal and professional growth, helping to build strong relationships. In essence, we take care of each other, customers, and members of the community without hesitation.
How to Apply: Visit https://www.sipandship.com/httpswwwsipandshipcomemployment-application.html
5208 Ballard Avenue NW
Position: Sales Associate (Part-Time)
Position Description: Weekend and weekday salespeople wanted. Register and sales floor.
How to Apply: Email (aimeeprism@gmail.com) or drop off your resume
5208 Ballard Avenue NW
Position: Store Manager (Full-Time)
Position Description: Managing employees and day-to-day operations, assisting with buying, and overseeing social media for the shop
How to Apply: Email (aimeeprism@gmail.com) or drop off your resume
1451 NW 46th St
Position: PM Cook
Position Description: Overview: Cooks produce prepared foods in accordance with PCC recipes for the deli case, hot bar, soup bar, and other deli stations. They provide excellent, professional customer service. Compensation Details: $18.69 – $22.80 / hour, depending on experience. Overnight and Night Differential when applicable.
Main Job Responsibilities: Provides excellent, professional customer service Produces prepared foods in accordance with PCC recipes Ensures department sanitation, cleanliness and safety standards are met Follows department safe food handling procedures Follows department merchandising standards and procedures Performs packaging duties May be in charge of production tasks May oversee other kitchen staff as assigned Participates in recipe development and recipe costing May perform ordering responsibilities Ensures department sanitation, cleanliness and safety standards are met
Qualifications and Skills: Proven ability to provide excellent, professional customer service Available to work evening shifts, including weekends 2+ years of previous production cooking experience preferred Able to work in a fast pace kitchen environment Familiarity with specialty and prepared foods Excellent communication, organizational and multitasking skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must be able to meet physical demands including standing, bending, twisting, repetitive motion and lifting 10-40lbs regularly Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits and Perks: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Parental Leave Vacation Accrual – 0.06 hours per hour worked Sick Accrual – 0.033 hours per hour worked (Includes Union, State, and City Accrual Rates) Pension through UFCW 3000 Discounted ORCA Pass Staff Discount on In-Store Purchases PCC Cooking Classes Discount Free Co-op Membership Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance Program
APPLY NOW at: https://external-pccsea.icims.com/jobs/8208/p.m.-cook/job
7720 Greenwood Ave N
Position: Piano Teacher (part-time)
Position Description:
- Parent Liaison- Greet parents and students to music programming; Daily email correspondence with Music Admin and parents regarding lesson changes.
- Refined Reports and Tracking- Track your student’s progress
- Administrative Support- Send new book information to parents; Nutty Squirrel gift cards. Track student attendance using Acuity Scheduling
- Music Scheduling- Work with the online scheduler for all students, check emails for new changes and parent relations
- Lessons- Maintain and teach students daily using the core values and curriculum of the music department
- Music Recitals- Maintaining song lists, preparing students, and leading group recital
Pay Range: Private Rate: $25-$35 per hour; Group Rate: $35-45 per hour
Hours: M-F, 3-7 PM; Saturday 8a-2 PM
Education and Skills Required:
- Prior experience teaching music
- Have a passion for high-quality early childhood education and culture
- Computer skills including experience with DropBox, Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Email Service
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and use of tools such as email
- Ability to exercise professional judgment in handling student/ parent relations
- Ability to engage and further educate music students
- Ability to contribute in a positive manner
Preferred:
- Education: BA or BM
- Experience in childcare or education
- Be self-motivated, organized, and open-minded
- Ability to work independently or with supervisors and staff
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and students
Workplace Environment:
80 % Music Lessons 5% Email Correspondence
5% Inventory Upkeep 10% Student progress tracking
To Apply: email your resume and cover letter to info@ilskids.com
5306 Ballard Ave NW, Suite 212
Position: Licensed Mental Health Therapist (full-time)
Position Description: Thrive for the People, PLLC, is a high-end group practice providing individual and couples therapy in Seattle, WA. We are looking to hire a fully licensed therapist (PhD, PsyD, LICSW, LMFT, LMHC) with specialties in trauma and open to working with couples. The therapist will maintain a caseload of at least 20 clinical hours a week. This is a partially remote and partially in-person position. The ideal candidate is a therapist who loves providing depth-oriented, emotionally focused individual and couples therapy, who enjoys establishing strong relationships with colleagues, and who wants to focus on clinical work rather than the business-related tasks of running a practice. Thrive for the People’s leadership and admin team will take care of the business-related tasks while the clinician focuses their time and energy on the care of their clients. This practice values social justice and anti-oppression and strongly encourages individuals who identify as persons of color and/or LGBTQ+ to apply. Compensation Masters Level Clinician: $96,000 to $120,000 annually depending on the caseload Doctoral Level Clinician: $115,200 to $144,000 annually depending on the caseload
To Apply:
* Complete the application on our website: https://thriveforthepeople.com/group-practice-licensed-therapist/
* Submit a cover letter and CV to Dr. Chain at contact@thriveforthepeople.com
5344 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
Position: Retail Sales Associate/Stylist
Position Description: We are looking for a Retail Stylist to help our clients select fashionable outfits and ensure they leave our store satisfied. Our stylists will help us maintain our good reputation among existing customers and help further grow our clientele through a positive and engaging customer experience. Retail Stylists support the team and leadership by creating a warm and delightful environment for every customer that walks through the door. Our ideal candidate has natural warmth, and self-drive, and is focused on creating an exceptional customer experience. Our stylists drive sales through down-home service by creating an environment where every customer feels immediately at ease. Retail Stylist responsibilities include providing one-on-one customer service, recommending fashionable items, and creating complete looks that excite our customers. We also expect our stylists to be team players, sharing product knowledge & fit information, and supporting the team by being able to jump into any task that supports the business.
We have 3 part-time positions available. 2-4 days per week (10-20 hours) with required Thursday through Sunday availability
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Build genuine and lasting relationships with customers • Balancing individualized customer service with tasking and helping others • Determine the customer’s needs and go out of your way to fulfill them through product suggestions or alternatives • Create complete looks from head to toe to match clients’ style • Make a positive final impression at point of sale • Ensure that your team is supported and that all tasks are being completed in a timely manner, without losing focus on customer service • Practice proper phone etiquette • Help to maintain organization, cleanliness, and restock store inventory • Ensure the highest level of customer service, in line with our company’s values, morals, and policies
EXPECTATIONS: • Possess natural warmth and enthusiasm • Communicate effectively and confidently • Ability to create positive energy and be the life of the party • Meet and exceed sales goals through exceptional customer service • Willingness to go above and beyond for customers and your teammates when needed • Flexibility and eagerness to grow with change • The ability to multi-task by balancing customer service with tasking • Offer personalized styling tips • Pick and recommend shoes and accessories that complement clients’ outfits • Provide product details, including fabrics and wash care instructions • Suggest alternative outfits and colors to create unique looks • Ensure proper product presentation and stock replenishment • Remember loyal customers’ names, sizes and preferences and maintain friendly relationships
QUALIFICATIONS • 1-3 years retail experience, preferably in women’s fashion or education equivalent. • Available when we are busy, including: nights, weekends, and holidays • Must be able to lift, carry and move at least 40 pounds • Must be able to stand continuously for 6-8 hour shifts
We offer a competitive hourly rate based on experience plus sales incentives. Employees are also offered a generous discount on all products we sell.
If you meet these qualifications please forward your resume along to Meghan Gee at info@shophorseshoe.com with a cover letter telling us about yourself and your availability. We look forward to hearing from you!
Position Description: Do nails with gel, dipping, acrylic, and gel art.
Please apply by DMing them on Instagram.
5505 8th Ave NW Seattle, WA 98107
Position: Sales and Service Attendance
Position Description: Welcome customers to the laundromat, keep clean and tidy, assist in using our laundering machines; take in drop-off laundry, and process. Wage plus generous profit in processing laundry. We strive to have a peaceful, meditative community place for our visitors to clean and refresh their clothing. Stop by some time!
Please apply by dropping by our shop; bring a resume, handwritten note with times available to work; 3 references, please.
5404 22nd Ave NW Seattle, WA 98107
Position: Part-Time Positions (Minimum one weekend day, additional evenings preferred)
Position Description: As a Retail Sales Associate, you are the heart of our Ballard store. You have the opportunity to recommend gear and products that a customer will use to cross their next finish line, regardless of what that looks like. This position is always going above and beyond to take care of our customers and community. You will be part of a dynamic group that builds and maintains meaningful relationships with customers, vendors, and peers by listening to customer needs, providing personalized solutions, and, ultimately, outfitting them with everything they need to get started or keep going. We pride ourselves on putting people first and know that what we do each day does not happen anywhere else. We truly believe that running changes everything.
We strive to inspire the runner in everyone by empowering anyone who runs through social experiences and personalized solutions. Joining Fleet Feet Seattle & Ballard is joining a team and a community that ignites and promotes running and fitness.
Please apply using this link: https://www.fleetfeetseattle.com/about/careers
907 NW Ballard Way, Ste B115, Seattle 98107
Position: Group Fitness Trainer (Part Time)
Position Description: Are you looking to add more fitness into your life? Would you like to be more than an active fitness participant? Here is your opportunity to join a great team and receive hands-on training to become a fitness coach.
We’ll work with you to learn on the spot in personal training, marketing, sales & much more. Starting your work experience can be tough – work with us to get a head start, a glowing reference and be paid while you grow!
F45 is programmed by a world-leading athletics team, so we can teach you everything you need to know. What we can’t teach is your engaging and inspiring personality. Come join an amazing community and deliver the best high energy F45 sessions with your own coaching styles to create that feel good vibe!
As an F45 Group Fitness Instructor, you are responsible for coaching and motivating members of the studio while leading them through predetermined workouts. You will motivate the members and gain knowledge and ability to correct exercise form to prevent injuries. Classes are delivered with presence, energy and personality. From time to time, there will be opportunities to be involved in special projects with marketing, local schools, sports teams, businesses and the community.
Key Attributes:
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and business partners
• Self-motivated and goal oriented
• Passionate about the fitness industry and making a positive impact on the community
• Attention to detail
• Punctuality is a must!
Applicants Must Have:
• A great personality with energy and enthusiasm
• First Aid/CPR & AED qualification
• Be able to represent the F45 brand – be physically fit and lead a healthy lifestyle
• A willingness to work flexible hours
• Core values of honesty, integrity, positivity and loyalty
• Group fitness experience is a plus
We Offer the Following:
• Fun learning environment
• Competitive pay + bonus potential
• Flexible hours
• Bonus for driving attendance to classes
• Programmed training exercises
• Complimentary membership
If this interests you, we’d love to discuss this opportunity with you further!!
EMAIL RESUME
or Apply In Person
5209 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle 98107
Position: Warehouse Manager (Full Time)
Position Description: This position plays a key role in maintaining our day-to-day store and e-commerce order operations. You’ll be responsible for all shipping, receiving, and inventory management at our retail store and at our offsite warehouse. To succeed in this position a candidate should be incredibly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable with ambiguity, a great communicator, and able to work well both independently and in a team. More here: https://ascentoutdoors.com/pages/warehousemanager
EMAIL RESUME & COVER LETTER
To be considered for this position please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience with outdoor recreation and why you want to work in the outdoor industry to sales@ascentoutdoors.com Please put * your name* Application for Warehouse Associate in the subject line of the email with your resume and cover letter.
5209 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle 98107
Position: Inventory Specialist (Full Time)
Position Description: This position plays a key role in maintaining our day to day store and online order operations. You’d be responsible for all shipping and receiving. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the rental fleet and associated paperwork, managing warranty cases, and other miscellaneous customer inquiries. To succeed in this position a candidate should be incredibly organized, detail oriented, and able to work well both independently and in a team. More here: https://ascentoutdoors.com/pages/inventory-specialist
EMAIL RESUME & COVER LETTER
To be considered for this position please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience with outdoor recreation and why you want to work in the outdoor industry to sales@ascentoutdoors.com Please put * your name* Application for Inventory Specialist in the subject line of the email with your resume and cover letter.
1400 NW 45th Street, Seattle 98107
Position: Assistant Manager (Full Time)
Position Description: You are key to ensuring an excellent store experience and a role model for building relationships with Customers and Associates. You are passionate about aligning yourself with business needs and achieving store goals. You have proven success achieving results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork. Our Customers come to us to fulfill a need, complete a project on their boat, or gather items for a great day on the water; you guide your team to ensure Customers leave with the right products to make that happen. Each interaction with a West Marine Customer is an opportunity for you to exceed their expectations and ensure they remain a loyal Customer.
5501 8th Ave NW, Seattle 98107
Position: Teaching Assistant – After School (Part Time)
Position Description: We are looking for creative and reliable individuals to fill immediate openings in our afternoon cultural, performing and fine arts programs as an Assistant with a team of 4-5 others. This role will assist our Creative Arts Instructors and Site Supervisors to ensure the implementation of our K-5 curriculum each day. If you enjoy working with talented students and being a mentor and good role model, this is a great opportunity. Our specialized instructors and assistants work as a collaborative team to create and deliver sensational cultural, performing and fine arts focused lesson plans. Students in our programs gain exposure to interactive learning technologies, music, drama, dance, voice, fine arts, and yoga. For more information on this opening, please visit: https://www.illuminationlearningstudio.com/careers/now-hiring-teaching-assistant/
Send your resume and letter of interest to: jobs@ilskids.com. At least two professional references will be needed prior to hire.
5500 14th Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107
Position: Sales Associate (Part Time)
Position Description: Part Time Sales Associate up to 25 hours a week. We are seeking a dynamic outgoing and experienced person for fun retail store carrying a wide range of curated products. We sell clothing, home decor, furniture, specialty food, original art and so much more. Position requires positive attitude, ability to work under pressure, provide excellent customer service, managing & restocking inventory, cashier duties, knowledge of store merchandise and keeping the store looking clean and neat. Please note: physical labor is part of the job which includes, but not limited to, moving and unboxing inventory, pricing merchandise, ability to move or lift up to 60lbs, and spend long periods of time on your feet. Some weekend work will be required. We continue to adhere to mask guidelines for both staff and customers.
1752 NW Market Street, Seattle 98107
Position: Barista/Team Support (Full & Part Time)
Position Description: The Barista/Team Support Position at Sip and Ship welcomes, serves and takes care of Sip and Ship guests by providing exceptional in-store sipping, shipping and shopping experiences consistently. As a member of the Sip and Ship team, great effort is placed on genuinely greeting our guests and serving them with a positive and an aim to assist approach. Duties include communicating with attentive and active listening to ensure a proper level of customer engagement, attention to detail and service accuracy, qualifying and presenting quality food and beverages with a high level of consistency. Ensuring customers are completely satisfied. Inviting and welcoming feedback at all times – building a rapport with customers, earning their trust and repeat business. Supporting Sip and Ship’s team oriented environment by conducting supplemental duties in with shipping, retail and bakery segments of the business whenever needed. Maintaining a clean and orderly work space in compliance with all US Public Health standards. Executing tasks with professionalism, attention to detail and follow through is required.
1752 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107
Position: Barista (Full-Time)
Position Description: Full-time barista.