Holiday Market Sales Representative | Aurora, IL
Render Goods | $20/hour + Bonus Opportunities
Seasonal Position: November 10 – December 29, 2026
About the Role
Render Goods is looking for a reliable, outgoing, and independent sales representative to manage our booth at a large, established holiday market in Aurora, Illinois, this November and December.
We're looking for someone who can commit to the full holiday season, working Thursdays through Sundays, with additional dates surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas.
As the founder, I won't be available to attend the market myself every day, so I'm looking for someone I can trust to take ownership of our booth, provide excellent customer service, maintain an attractive retail display, and independently manage daily operations.
This is a great seasonal opportunity for someone with retail, customer service, or event experience who enjoys interacting with people and wants to earn extra income during the holidays. Competitive hourly pay, potential bonuses, and opportunities for ongoing work are available.
About Render Goods
Render Goods is a woman-owned, Chicago-based housewares studio creating thoughtfully designed everyday essentials from recycled, biodegradable, and responsibly sourced materials.
Our collection includes colorful dish towels made from recycled plastic bottles, Swedish dishcloths, washcloths, and natural-fiber cleaning brushes. We sell through independent retailers, online, and at markets and events throughout the country.
Schedule & Location
Aurora, IL | November 20 – December 24, 2026
Regular Market Hours:
- Thursdays: 11 AM – 7 PM
- Fridays: 11 AM – 9 PM
- Saturdays: 11 AM – 9 PM
- Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM
Additional holiday dates and extended hours apply around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Consistent availability throughout the entire market season is strongly preferred. Shifts may include additional time for opening, closing, restocking, and booth maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Independently operate and manage our holiday market booth.
- Follow provided setup instructions and reference photos to maintain a consistent, professional display.
- Greet customers, explain products, and confidently manage sales.
- Process transactions using our provided Square POS system.
- Restock merchandise and monitor inventory throughout the event.
- Maintain accurate sales and inventory records.
- Communicate regularly with the founder through text, including updates, questions, and photos when requested.
- Make merchandising and display adjustments as needed.
- Keep the booth clean, organized, and well-stocked.
- Handle daily opening and closing procedures, including securing products and equipment.
Requirements
- Reliable availability Thursdays through Sundays from November 20 through December 24, including additional holiday dates.
- Reliable transportation to and from Aurora, IL.
- Comfortable working independently and taking responsibility for daily booth operations.
- Friendly, personable, and confident engaging with customers.
- Strong communication skills and responsiveness to texts.
- Dependable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Previous retail, sales, event, or market experience is preferred but not required.
Full paid training, product education, and detailed booth instructions will be provided before the market begins.
Compensation & Perks
- Starting at $20/hour
- Opportunities for performance-based bonuses and sales commissions.
- Paid training and opening/closing time.
- Free and discounted Render products for personal use, gifting, and vendor trades.
- Potential for ongoing event work beyond the holiday season.
Job Type: Seasonal, temporary
Work Location: In person, Aurora, IL
Expected Duration: November 20 – December 24, 2026
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
