I was randomly offered another job while at work today. Any tips on how to proceed?

[Saigon]

I'm a cashier at a major supermarket (among other things) and I'd like to think that I'm fairly competent and good at what I do. Last night a customer handed me their business card and explained that they are the store manager of a department store. She then stated that she was impressed with the level of customer service I provided and suggested that I apply to work for her company. I am currently doing research on her company before making a decision.

The entry level wage for her store is around ~$9.00 an hour, which isn't much higher than I make currently. The company also offers healthcare to both part-time and full-time employees, as well as a 401(k) plan and an employee stock purchasing plan. I already have all three of those benefits at my three current employers.

I currently have three years of retail experience with my primary job, as well as two other jobs (one of which I just started). I feel as though I can get a job at virtually any entry level company, so I am pretty picky (I've turned down two job offers in the last six months). Right now my primary goals are to graduate from college at the top of my class and to get a job at Costco. If I were to leave my current jobs for this job, it would negatively impact my resume, which would in-turn hurt my chances of getting on at Costco. With that being said, I am leaning towards declining the offer.

Regardless of my decision, I will contact the store manager via the postal service (a letter) with my response as a matter of courtesy and professionalism. I have also considered e-mailing the store manager a copy of my resume, as well as an opening salvo of dialogue (to show professionalism, intellect and charisma), followed by the possibility of salary negotiation (I'm looking for about $11 an hour and would likely leave my current jobs if such an offer were made). I understand salary negotiation is pretty uncommon for entry-level jobs, so I'll understand completely if she declines (in which case, I would decline her offer).

Should I send my resume, opening salvo and salary negotiation request in a professional e-mail or via the postal service? I am partial to the postal service, but I believe that something along these lines would much rather be handled through my email. And lastly, do you have any advice or suggestions you would like to impart?

[NoOnE#235]

Don't know man, you seem to have already made a reasonable decision and know how to handle that stuff. Not quite sure what else you'd like advice on?

[Saigon]

[QUOTE=NoOnE#235;47085112]Don't know man, you seem to have already made a reasonable decision and know how to handle that stuff. Not quite sure what else you'd like advice on?[/QUOTE]

New ideas and perspectives are key to expanding ones horizons and opening the door to unforeseen opportunities. Hence why I would politely ask if anyone here can offer any advice that I may not be privy to or a different perspective that could help me better make an informed decision.

[isak]

Coming from a person who'd easily jump jobs for a dollar more an hour, go for it.

If you've been at your current job for a while, it won't necessarily look bad on your resume - and you'll make more money. Make sure this other job won't have less hours than your current one, but other than that - take it, you get more cash.