Kennedy-Perkins Opticians Inc.

Optician Wanted – Licensed Optician or Apprentice (1+ Year Experience)
Locations: New Haven North Haven Orange Branford Guilford Old Saybrook.

We’re looking for a dedicated customer-focused Optician (Licensed or Apprentice) to join our team in a stylish retail designer eyewear environment. If you have at least one year of experience in optical or retail eyewear sales and a passion for helping people see and look their best we’d love to hear from you.

What Youll Do:

• Assist customers with frame and lens selection with a focus on high-end fashion eyewear and luxury optical brands
• Deliver a premium customer experience that blends fashion and function
• Verify and interpret vision insurance benefits
• Schedule appointments and follow up with customers
• Place and track orders; notify customers when eyewear is ready
• Maintain store cleanliness and merchandising standards
• Operate Point of Sale (POS) system (experience preferred)

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 1 year of experience in optical sales or retail eyewear
• Experience or interest in high-end fashion eyewear and designer brands
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Basic optical knowledge and proficiency with eyewear fitting
• Familiarity with optical equipment and POS systems
• Professional team-oriented and detail-focused

Why Join Us?

• Excellent pay: $25.00–$36.00/hour (based on experience)
• Commission bonus opportunities and spiffs
• Paid health insurance available
• 401(k) with matching
• Vision dental and life insurance
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling
• No Sundays late nights or holidays – enjoy a healthy work/life balance
• Supportive and energetic team environment

Schedule:

• Full-time or part-time positions available
• Monday–Saturday with one weekday off
• 8-hour shifts.

Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and personable Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for our customers while providing exceptional customer service while managing various administrative tasks. This role requires a proactive individual with strong communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Answer and direct phone calls taking messages when necessary
• Scheduling exam appointments for Eye Dr.
• Confirmin exam appointments.
• Verify Insurance coverage and patient co-pays
• Take payments for exam co-pays and retail sales
• Direct patient from Dr to retail associate after exam is completed
• Assist with customer inquiries on order status and price quoting

Experience

• Appointment scheduling w/ point of sale softwear
• Multi-port phone system