# Retail Associate

**Company:** [Sandbox VR](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-companies/sandbox-vr)
**Location:** San Mateo, CA
**Work mode:** On-site
**Seniority:** Entry
**Employment type:** Part Time
**Salary:** USD 18.6–18.6/hr
**Category:** Operations
**Department:** Other
**Listed:** 2026-08-07

[View and apply on Zero G Talent](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-jobs/sandbox-vr/retail-associate-4907ca81-79a9-4680-af71-8b0aa39e24c5)

## Job description

**Who We Are:**

We’re Sandbox VR, the most advanced virtual reality experience in the world. Our mission is to bring people closer together through world-class immersive adventures—whether that’s surviving a zombie apocalypse or battling on the high seas. Since 2017, we’ve led the industry in location-based VR. Join us and help build the future of entertainment! Interested in working at Sandbox VR?

Sneak peek of our store experience [**HERE**](https://youtube.com/shorts/kYP0Xb45C6I?feature=share).

### What You Will Be Doing:

-   **Create Unforgettable Guest Moments**
-   Greet guests with energy and invite them into an exciting, welcoming environment
-   Guide guests through the VR journey: arrival, gearing up, gameplay, and wrap-up
-   Proactively share offers (F&B, repeat visits, gift cards) to boost engagement

-   **Be a Tech & Experience Expert**
-   Master our proprietary tech and keep gear calibrated
-   Troubleshoot issues smoothly and provide real-time, light-hearted updates to guests
-   Communicate with management and tech support when issues arise, clearly and quickly

-   **Keep Things Running Smoothly**
-   Maintain a spotless, high-energy store that meets Sandbox VR standards
-   Sanitize gear thoroughly and display materials/gift cards to brand expectations
-   Prepare iPads, body trackers, and gear before and after every session

### What We Are Looking For:

-   **Egoless & Coachable:** You take feedback well and pitch in wherever needed
-   **Adaptable & Proactive:** You’re resourceful, self-driven, and good with change
-   **Team-Focused:** You stay positive and celebrate group wins
-   **Reliable:** On time, in uniform, and ready to shine
-   **Physically Able:** On your feet, some lifting (up to 40 lb.), occasional stairs
-   **Weekend Availability:** Required
-   **Experience:** 1+ year in retail/hospitality

### Benefits

-   Paid sick time + 401(k) match
-   Commuter benefits (transit + parking)
-   Referral bonuses + employee discounts
-   Free VR sessions + guest review bonus

Note: Evening and weekend availability may be required depending on the business’ needs.

## Other open roles at Sandbox VR

- [Shift Lead (Key Holder)](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-jobs/sandbox-vr/shift-lead-key-holder-a8168c1f-5b08-4b3a-ab07-2ded0d5bea3f) — San Antonio, TX
- [Assistant Store Manager](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-jobs/sandbox-vr/assistant-store-manager-71f26399-e46f-4c99-8cbf-553d8009a076) — Chicago, IL
- [Assistant Store Manager - The Battery](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-jobs/sandbox-vr/assistant-store-manager-the-battery-ab727d24-ea14-46b7-8f3a-fdc64cfa40de) — Atlanta, GA
- [Shift Lead (Key Holder)](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-jobs/sandbox-vr/shift-lead-key-holder-fbf321f7-7992-4b48-9067-d28d31315219) — Woodland Hills, CA
- [Retail Associate](https://zerogtalent.com/ai-jobs/sandbox-vr/retail-associate-77bd402c-7061-41ba-a352-9c8268a14795) — San Diego, CA

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