Torrid Job Application Online
Torrid is a chain of clothing stores that specialize in women’s clothing in sizes 12 through 28. The brand is aimed at young women, and sells swimwear, lingerie, evening wear, casual wear, and accessories. You can find a link for a Torrid application by going to the application links at the bottom.
The privately held company was founded in 2001. It is a subsidiary of Hot Topic, Inc., which is also a chain of retail clothing and accessories stores. Both chains have locations across the United States. Lisa Harper is CEO of both companies. Torrid operates more than 280 stores and employs more than 5000 people.
The company conducts a National Model Search to find its models. More than 800 women participated in the contest which took place in August 2015. Two participants won head to toe makeovers. Georgina Burke was the first face of Torrid in 2014. Philomena Kwao was the second face of the company, in 2015.
The chain, which is headquartered in Industry, California, is growing rapidly with many new locations planned. The plus size specialty company just opened its first location outside the United States. The chain has a store in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, as of September 2015. Visit the website below for an online application to work in any of the company’s stores.
Torrid Careers
Corporate careers with the retailer are available through the Hot Topic website. You can find a link to browse corporate job opportunities under the application links below. The business is hiring for positions such as Apparel Production Artist, Associate Buyer, and Creative Director. Select the company’s headquarters, City of Industry, from the begin search bar to view these jobs.
Entry-level and in-store positions are readily available online as well. In-store positions include Sales Associate, Assistant Manager, and Store Manager. A complete job description detailing responsibilities and experience requirements for each position is available when you apply for jobs at Torrid at their website. You can search for jobs at your local store on the site.
How old do you have to be to work at Torrid?
You must be 18 to work at Torrid. Some positions require experience and education beyond high school. You can read career descriptions and fill out a Torrid application by visiting their website through the application links at the bottom.
All regular full-time employees working for the retailer are eligible for benefits. These include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, 401(k), employee discount, tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program. Families of employees are eligible as well. Store hours are not listed on the website. Most stores are located in malls, and keep regular mall hours.
Torrid Job Descriptions
Sales Associate – As a Sales Associate, you would assist customers and dissuade shoplifting. You would be knowledgeable about and able to discuss the products. Your responsibilities would include keeping the store clean and straightened, restocking, and running the cash register. You would give fashion trend insights to management. Pay for this position starts at minimum wage.
Assistant Manager – The Assistant Manager is open to people with two years of experience and a high school diploma. An Assistant Manager hires and trains employees and makes schedules, does payroll, oversees daily operations in the store, and makes sure the store is being run to corporate standards. Pay for this position starts around $8.00 per hour, and can be several dollars more.
Store Manager – As a Store Manager, you would make creative displays to promote merchandise, make sure the store keeps up with corporate schedules for changing floor plans, and supervise other employees. You would need two years of experience, a high school diploma, and be at least 18 years old. Salary range for this position is around $30,000 to $55,000 per year.
Buyer – Apparel (New Business) – This corporate position entails using a thorough understanding of fashion trends and the customer base of the business to make purchasing decisions for new merchandise. An associate’s or bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience are required, along with skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. Average salary for a Buyer is $50,000 per year.
Torrid Interview Questions
You can look forward to questions like these during your employment interview for Torrid jobs:
Have you worked in retail before? Your interviewer will want to know if you meet the job requirements of the position you want. Any experience you have beyond what’s required will help you stand out before other applicants. Bring your resume and any references you have with you to your interview.
What are your favorite magazines? Your interviewer would like to hear that you are interested in fashion, of course, but share any other interests and hobbies in which you indulge. Let your personality shine through, so they can get an idea of who you are. You can fill out applications for Torrid careers at the website.
Can you relate to young women who can’t find clothing they like in sizes to fit them? This company hires lots of young women who wear the sizes it sells, because they truly understand the clothing frustrations of the business’s customers. If that description does not fit you, tell your interviewer how you will be able to empathize with the store’s shoppers.
Have you noticed any fashion trends that you would like to see in our stores? This company is very interested in customer input and comments from in-store employees about what they think would sell in the shops. Let them know if you would enjoy having your voice heard by higher ups.
Do you love the clothes? The retailer encourages its employees to wear the items it sells. Employees get a 40% discount on clothing in the shops. Wearing something business appropriate that you bought in the store will help you to make a good impression during your interview with the business.
Advice for Application Process
Arrive on time and show enthusiasm for the company and the clothing when you come in for your interview. Wearing something you bought at the business will help. There is no printable application for Torrid, but you can apply online with a free application at the website at the bottom.
If you would like to know how to apply for Torrid online, go to their website through the application links below. After you select a job and read its description, you can click the link to apply. You will be directed to register with the website before you can proceed. You will not be able to download application form or get a printable application form.
Visit a brick and mortar store or view the merchandise at the website while you browse job openings and apply for Torrid jobs online. Show your knowledge of the clothing while you interview. You can get a direct application for Torrid jobs by going to the website, choosing a career option, and following the directions to fill out an application form.
Application Links
http://www.torrid.com/torrid/customer-service/jobs/td-customerservice-jobs-info.html