What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursery Sales Associate position at Froggy Bottom Materials?
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated, friendly, and hardworking Nursery Sales Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, assisting with product selection, and ensuring the store remains well-organized and visually appealing. The ideal candidate should be able to lift up to 50 lbs or more, stay on their feet for long periods, work in varying weather conditions, load and unload material and handle phone calls efficiently. Strong communication skills and a passion for helping customers are essential.
Duties
- Greet and assist customers with a positive and professional attitude.
- Provide knowledgeable advice on a wide range of products, including plants, garden supplies, and lawn care items.
- Assist customers in finding products that best meet their needs and preferences, while driving sales.
- Maintain store appearance by organizing inventory, restocking shelves, and ensuring products are easily accessible.
- Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system for accurate cash handling and transaction processing.
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Work in all weather conditions as necessary, including outdoor tasks like stocking plants and assisting with garden-related products.
- Collaborate with team members to meet store goals and foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
- Answer phone calls and assist customers with questions or orders promptly.
Requirements
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more and work on your feet for extended periods.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, rainy, etc.)
- Previous experience in customer service or retail is preferred.
- Strong communication skills in English; multilingual abilities are a plus.
- Ability to effectively engage with customers and recommend products based on their needs.
- Experience with cash handling and operating POS systems is beneficial.
- Knowledge of plants, gardening, or lawn care is a plus, but not required.
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn are essential for success in this role.
Join our team as a Nursery Sales Associate and help us provide excellent service while enjoying a dynamic, hands-on work environment!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 52 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15