SPRINGFIELD, Missouri – Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s is gearing up for the holiday season across America, hiring 7,000 seasonal workers at a National Hiring Day event on Thursday, Oct. 15. As North America’s premier outdoor company with a significant commitment to conservation, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s team members have earned a reputation as the “World’s Foremost Outfitters” for their role serving millions of customers with products and experiences that help connect people to nature. Candidates who want to share their passion of the outdoors with others are strongly encouraged to apply.
Last year, Reputation.com ranked Bass Pro Shops as the third “Most Reputable Retailer in America.” Forbes also named the retailer as, “One of America’s Best Employers” and “Most Reputable Companies.” Perks and benefits include flexible hours, merchandise discounts up to 45 percent, healthcare benefits, an award-winning team culture and much more.
Seasonal retail positions are available in all of the company’s U.S. locations, including its Retail Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers and White River Marine Group Manufacturing Plants nationwide.
Additionally, seasonal positions are available throughout Missouri’s Ozark Mountains where noted conservationist Johnny Morris first founded Bass Pro Shops in 1972, including world-class conservation attractions and resort destinations. These include Big Cedar Lodge, Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, and Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, which was recently voted as “America’s Best Aquarium” by readers of USA Today.
Interested candidates can apply in advance by visiting basspro.com/careers. Walk-ins also are welcome with on-site interviews taking place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at all locations. While the majority of available positions are seasonal and part-time, qualified candidates can be considered for full-time employment. All applicants must be at least 18 years old. Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
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About Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”