Garden Center Associate (Part-Time/Seasonal)

Memorial Florists and Greenhouses, Inc. is looking to hire energetic, friendly, and reliable employees for our Garden Center! Team members are needed in our fast paced, family owned and FUN environment! This is a part time/seasonal opportunity. We are seeking highly motivated self-starters, who want to work in a fast-paced team environment. Ideal candidates are customer-focused, team-oriented, and extremely reliable. Candidates may have an opportunity to stay on after Garden Center season in other departments if there are openings.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist customers and vendors in a professional and courteous manner

2. Process customer payments

3. Water and maintain overall appearance of department

4. Restock items efficiently and accurately

5. Develop, maintain and demonstrate knowledge of current MFG products and services

6. Must be flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Peak business periods will require extended work days and weeks.

7. Responsible for continuous improvement in all aspects of Garden Center operations

8. All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

1. Ability to multi task in a fast paced environment

2. Demonstrated knowledge of the care of floral plants and flowers

3. Ability to read, write and count in order to execute written orders

4. An agreeable personality with a desire to work in a highly team-oriented, flexible, and collaborative environment

5. Excellent communication skills with a “can do” attitude

6. Exceptional organization and ability to sort merchandise by type, color and price

7. Ability to execute tasks independently with little or no supervision

8. Familiarity with MS Office software and strong computer skills

9. Excellent attendance record

10. High school diploma or GED equivalent required

11. Valid driver's license

Physical Requirements:

1. Able to bend, squat, crouch, kneel, sit and stand

2. Able to raise arms overhead

3. Able to walk regularly, including climbing steps and also occasionally climbing on a ladder

4. Able to lift, carry or otherwise up to 50 pounds in order to position plants, merchandise and create/maintain displays

5. Able to work in outdoor weather conditions

Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Experience:

• Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person