Seasonal Nursery / Garden Center Sales Associate

Employment type: Seasonal
Application Due Date: May 15, 2025

Job Title: Seasonal Nursery/Garden Center Sales Associates
Location: Willow Greenhouse of Northville
Availability: Weekends Required
About the Role:
We are looking for energetic, reliable, and enthusiastic plant lovers
to join our team as Seasonal Nursery/Garden Center Sales Team Members.
This is a fast-paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys working
outdoors and interacting with customers. You will be working directly
with customers to help them select the right plants and supplies for
their gardening needs and processing their purchases through our POS
system. We are hiring for several positions with some roles available
through the end of the year.
Customer Service experience is required.
We are open 7 days a week: Weekend availability is required.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist customers in selecting plants, garden supplies, and other merchandise.
Provide exceptional customer service and gardening advice when needed.
Operate point of sale (POS) system to complete customer transactions.
Ensure the garden center is well-stocked, organized, and presentable.
Maintain knowledge of plant varieties, care instructions, and gardening tools (training provided). Perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, repetitive lifting, and working in varying weather conditions.
Qualifications:
Previous point of sales (POS) experience is required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong customer service focus.
Must be able to lift and carry heavy items (up to 40 lbs) and stand
for extended periods. Knowledge of plants, gardening tools, and landscaping is a plus, but not required (training provided). Weekend availability is a must.


Position Details:
Seasonal position- Late April through Summer with the possibility of developing into longer term or permanent role. Hours and shifts vary, but weekends are required. Opportunity to work in a friendly and dynamic environment surrounded by beautiful plants and flowers.


How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability to info@willowgreenhouse.com. Please include "Seasonal Sales" as the subject. We look forward to hearing
from you!

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