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Sales Associate – Optical

America's Best · Evanston, Cook County

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Interview prep

Prepare short stories about retail or service wins, handling price-sensitive shoppers, and learning product lines fast. Be ready to discuss availability for part-time optical floor coverage and comfort with upselling add-ons without pressure.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you like in-person retail, visual merchandising, and helping people solve vision/style needs on a part-time schedule in Evanston. Weaker fit if you need remote work (listing is on-site) or a role with published pay data—none is in DATA.

Day in the role

As a part-time Sales Associate – Optical at America's Best, expect floor time helping guests choose frames, explaining lens options, booking or supporting eye-exam traffic, and completing point-of-sale work. Days mix product demos, inventory upkeep, and handoffs with optometry or lab partners so orders move cleanly.

Skills to emphasize

Build consultative selling, product knowledge (frames/lenses), and customer service. Free options from DATA:

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. DATA marks remote as 0; work is in-store in Evanston, Cook County.

What does the job title imply day to day?

Part-time optical sales: guest help with frames/lenses, transactions, and store support at America's Best.

Are free training resources listed?

Yes—HubSpot Academy sales courses and Saylor Academy business courses, both free per CERTS.

Company facts (cached)

Website: americasbest.com

Public cache only — not an employee review.

Role overview (listing rewrite)

Join America's Best as a Sales Associate in our Evanston optical store, where you'll help customers find the perfect frames and lenses while building strong relationships in a fast-paced retail environment. About the Role This part-time position puts you at the heart of our customer experience. You'll combine product expertise with genuine customer service to meet diverse eyewear needs, from trendy frames to vision correction solutions. Your work directly impacts both customer satisfaction and our store's sales success. What You'll Do Guide customers through eyewear selection, considering their lifestyle, prescription requirements, and budget Accurately dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses with attention to fit and comfort Provide comprehensive lens care training and product information as appropriate Process transactions and maintain store displays Support daily store operations and contribute to achieving sales targets Build lasting customer relationships through attentive, friendly service What We're Looking For Genuine enthusiasm for customer service and helping others Ability to learn optical products and terminology quickly Strong communication skills and attention to detail Comfort working in a retail environment with flexible scheduling Reliable, team-oriented approach to work About America's Best America's Best is a trusted optical retailer dedicated to making quality eyewear accessible. We pride ourselves on knowledgeable staff, extensive frame selection, and customer-centered service. How to Apply If you're ready to make an impact in optical retail, apply now through this listing.

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