The GAP was founded back in 1969 by Donald and Doris Fisher. Today, the brand is a part of Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, as well as Athleta. Gap has over 150,000 employees, and operates more than 3,400 stores worldwide. They remain to be the largest specialty apparel retailer in the United States.
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat: 10:00am-9:00pm; Sun: 11:00am-6:00pm
Minimum Age to Work Here: 16 years old
Positions Available: Sales Associate, Brand Logistics, Cashier, Lead Cashier, Credit Card Promoter, Customer Experience Associate, Customer Service Consultant, Loss Prevention Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager, Store Manager, Production Coordinator, Maintenance Technician, Merchandiser, Inventory Planner, Performance Analyst, Key Holder, Merchandise Handler, Loss Prevention Agent, Service and Training Manager, Stock Associate, Stock Supervisor, Administrative Assistant, Brand Experience Manager, Designer, Summer Intern
Background Check Required? Yes
Negotiation: There is no room for negotiation since the hourly rate is set for every position.
Job Descriptions / Wage Averages
Sales Associate: This job requires you to assist customers, stock clothing on the shelves, as well as run the cash register from time to time. While you will be able to pretty much run the whole store, your expected starting pay rate is going to be anywhere from $7 to $10 a hour.
Cashier: Working the front of the store, you’re going to assist customers with any product that they have. You’re going to process returns, ring up orders, as well as apply coupons. You will also assist them with any questions that they may have. The average wage is anywhere from $8 to $14 a hour.
Customer Expert: Working the main floor, you’re going to interact with the customers, as well as make sure that the floor looks clean at 100%. If a customer has a question / concern, or he/she needs a specific size, you will help them find it in the backroom. You will also ensure that all product is filled in the appropriate locations. The average wage is going to be anywhere from $8 to $15 a hour.
Stock / Backroom: Working in the backroom, you’re going help unload freight, as well as place the clothing in the appropriate sections. You will ensure that all clothing is tagged as well as make sure that the clothing is priced right. You will also help bring the product / stock to the main floor of the store. If there are any issues, you will report to the main manager of the store itself. The average wage is anywhere from $8 to $11 a hour.
Assistant Store Manager: You will be in charge of running the store, when the main store manager isn’t in place. You will be responsible for your employees, as well as making sure that the store is ran properly, as well as properly stocked. You will assist customers, as well as do any job that the sales associates do. This job pays anywhere from $25,000 to $55,000 a year.
Store Manager: Your duties will require that you oversee the whole store. You will do everything from creating your employee’s schedule, to making sure the clothing store is running properly. At times, you will also have to assist your employees with any problems, or issues that they may have with a customer. This job is going to require experience. The expected pay rate is anywhere between $32,000 to $64,000 a year.
The Benefits
- Medical (full + part time)
- Dental
- Vision
- 24 Hour NurseLine
- Life Insurance
- Moving / Relocation Assistance
- 401(k)
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounts
Atmosphere and Perks
The Gap employees are offered with perks that will truly give you satisfaction in your employment. You are offered with competitive salary and benefit package that will take care of your health needs as well as your better future ahead. Your co-employees and your immediate supervisors will help you improve your performance in the job so you can enjoy your stay in the company. This is a good career path where there are plenty of rooms for advancement.
Interview Questions
What are your reasons why you would like to apply in this company?
Do you have information about the Gap company? Can you briefly state it?
How do you see Gap 10 years from now?
How is Gap different from other stores?
Would you like to work for several years in this company?
Describe your fashion statement.
What are your assets which can be best contributed in this store?
What would you do to get a customer to return to the store?
Who are you as a team player?
How will you apply excellent customer service?
Interview Tips
Depending on the position you have applied, you may go through one-on-one interview, panel interviews, group interviews and phone interviews. You will be informed within 2 weeks for an interview after you have completed the online application form. To improve the chances of being called for the interview, make sure to fill out the needed information on the form.
The interview process with the company involves series of question which are all personal and fashion related. If possible, you better wear Gap clothes when coming for an interview. Be tactful in answering questions and also be honest in all your answers. Maintain an eye to eye contact to the interviewer and make sure to exude your confidence.
How to apply for this job
Since GAP has an umbrella of stores, you’re going to want to apply on GAP’s main career website. Here, you’re going to be able to find corporate jobs, as well as openings in your hometown. Find an opening near you and apply for it.
If you wish, you may also request an application in your local store. It doesn’t hurt to ask if they are hiring, before you do though.