Posted: Apr 3, 2026
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Sock Monkey Museum Team Member

Sock Monkey Museum - Long Grove, IL
Part-time
Salary: $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly
Application Deadline: N/A
Museum
About Us
Sock Monkey Museum is a small, family friendly Museum holding the Guinness World Record title for the largest handmade Sock Monkey Collection in the world! We share the history of the Sock Monkey doll and its ties to Illinois and American History.

We have a unique Gift Shop, and a Workshop, where guests can make their own Sock Monkeys.

Benefits/Perks
  • Competitive wages
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Fun and Energetic Environment
  • Employee Discount
 
Job Summary
We are seeking a professional and responsible person to join our team. You will be responsible for greeting visitors as they come in, giving tours in our Museum when needed, and ensuring all visitors have a fun and positive experience. You will work behind the register ringing up sales, assisting guests with questions and purchases. You may assist with parties, tour groups, interacting with customers and helping them with our stuffable animals during their visits.

There would be flex hours with varying schedule - weekdays and weekends.

The ideal candidate is energetic, outgoing, friendly, can multi-task, and has fantastic people skills and a passion for making people happy. The museum is located upstairs. If you want to work in a fun and supportive environment, reach out today!
 



Responsibilities
  • Comply with all operating standards and procedures pertaining to the daily operation and management of the Museum/Store
  • Greet customers warmly and develop rapport to encourage repeat business
  • Give Museum Tours
  • Keep Gift Shop stocked and all areas clean
  • Foster a positive work environment

 

 
Qualifications
  • College degree preferred
  • Previous retail management experience is a plus
  • Competent computer skills
  • Public speaking skills as plus for giving Museum tours
  • Sewing skills a plus, but not required
  • Excellent team building and leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills