History of Bed Bath & Beyond

Bed Bath & Beyond was formed in 1971 and is a (NASDAQ: 100 Index) listed chain of domestic merchandise retail store. They are located all across the United States and Canada. The stores feature mostly medium-ranged, but also limited selection of high quality, domestic merchandise. They feature items for the bedroom, kitchen and dining room.

Through a joint venture project Bed Bath & Beyond operate retail stores in Mexico called Home & More. They also maintain subsidiaries that are chains under the name Christmas Tree Shops, Harmon, Harmon Face Values and buybuy BABY.   Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. has been featured in many television shows like the Simpsons, Family Guy, Futurama, Good Eats, and Will & Grace. This only helps to add to the chain stores popularity.

Hours of Operation:   Mon-Sat: 9:00am-9:30pm; Sun: 11:00am-6:00pm

Minimum Age to Work Here:   18 years old

Positions Available:   Customer Service Associate, Sales Associate, Stock Associate, Customer Service Representative, Cashier, Overnight Associate, Fine China Associate, Front End Manager, Bridal Consultant, Bridal & Gift Manager, Drapery Specialist, Loss Prevention Associate, Loss Prevention Supervisor, HR Manager, Return to Vendor (RTV) Associate, Assistant Manager, Store Manager, District Manager, Maintenance Mechanic, Merchandise Processing Handler, Delivery Driver, Order Picker, Data Entry Worker, Administrative Assistant

Background Check Required?  Yes

Negotiation:   There is no room for negotiation since the hourly rate is set.

Job description/Average wage

Sales Associate: The sales associate usually works in one of the departments of Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. They are responsible to help the customers find items that they need or explain specialized products that the store carries. They also help to get the merchandise on the floor and make sure that it is properly priced. In case of a sale the sales associate may need to put new prices on the merchandise and change the signs where the merchandise is located. They are also responsible to change the prices and signs back to normal after a sale. The average wage for a sales associate is $9.52 an hour.

Cashier: The cashier is responsible to take the merchandise for the customer and ring up the sales charging the customer the proper amount of money. They are also responsible to make sure that the customer is given back the proper amount of change. They are supposed to be friendly to all customers and helpful. They need to know what is on sale and where the merchandise is located in the stores. They must make sure that their cash drawer is in balance when their shift is over. The average wage for a cashier is $9.00 an hour.

Customer Service manager: The customer service manager makes sure that the customers find products and handles returns of merchandise. When the merchandise has been damaged or not working properly and the customer needs to return it the customer service manager makes sure that the customer gets their money back or new merchandise to replace the damaged goods. The average wage for the customer service manager is $10.50 an hour.

Operations Manager: You are responsible in managing the daily operations of this company and you primary goal is to look for more ways on how to improve the productivity of the business by providing the best methods in its operations. You’re going to support their different programs, plan program budgets, and manage inventory and employees. The average wage for this job is $58,643 yearly.

Assistant Manager: You will give supervisory assistance to the daily administration of company’s operations and such hiring and firing of individuals, constructing work schedules as well as finalizing sales transactions. The average wage for this job is $54,875 per year.

Store Manager: You will maintain the orderliness and cleanliness of the whole at all times and make sure that the customers have an easy access to common items and information that they needed as well as to keep services, facilities, stock, supplies and inventories updated and available. The average wage for this job is $63,847 yearly.

Manager: You are responsible in handling the day-to-day activities of the company and its employees as well as to create a plan for the consumption of materials and human resources. You will control, lead and plan for the company’s operations and will formulate rules and policies for the improvement of the institution. The average wage for this job is $59,000 per year.

Sales Manager: You will head in the actual distribution of the products to the customers in the community. You will also assess the preferences of the clients and identify the sales potential and inventory requirements as well as to analyze the statistics of sales gathered by the staff.. The average wage for this job is $47,737 a year.

Benefits

The benefits are in the handbook and only available to the employee’s of Bed Bath & Beyond.   Once you apply for the job, you will be notified of what you’re eligible for.   You may also ask during the interview process as well.

Atmosphere and Perks

Bed Bath & Beyond offers extensive job benefits to qualified employees; the entry-level new-hire workers competitive and generous pay, paid training opportunities, career advancement potential, and flexible schedules. Qualified employees will receive more benefits like 401(k) retirement plans, bonus incentives, insurance options for medical, dental, and vision plans. Bed Bath & Beyond perks also include paid time off, discounts on merchandise and services, and many more.

Interview Questions

Why should the company hire you?

Describe yourself as a worker that will become the reason for you to be suited in the position you applied for.

How will you define customer service?

How will you handle an angry customer?

Do you enjoy reorganizing and redecorating your home or apartment?

What habits do you use to keep organized?

How did you deal with outside distractions when you are too busy coping up with so many tasks at a time?

What would you do to ensure customer satisfaction even if the customer shows dislike about the product?

How will you deal with your team?

What will you do if you caught your co-workers stealing?

Interview Tips

The interview process begins after more or less two weeks from the time you have sent your application. Interview questions may vary depending on the position you have applied for. Common question are about your previous job, your ability to handle the customers and your co workers. When you come for an interview, you should be well dressed and be presentable. Answer all questions tactfully and with all honesty.

How to apply

Please feel free to apply for these jobs or many other positions by going online at their website: http://www.bedbathbeyond.com/careers