What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden Center Retail Associate position at Hoffman Landscapes?
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Garden Center Sales Associate
Pay rate: $18 - $22 per hour, depending on experience
Position located in Kent, CT. This is a seasonal position, from March through the holiday season.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Kent Greenhouse, a division of Hoffman Landscapes, is seeking a dedicated and customer-oriented Retail Sales Associate for our Garden Center. The Garden Center is the retail face for our entire company and plays a pivotal role in cross promotion and lead generation. In this position, you will be responsible for providing excellent service and assistance to customers, helping them find the perfect plants, gardening supplies, and outdoor décor to meet their needs. As a Retail Sales Associate, you will play a crucial part in achieving sales goals and creating a positive shopping experience for our customers.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome customers as they enter the Garden Center
- Assist customers in finding and selecting the appropriate plants, gardening supplies, and outdoor décor based on their specific requirements
- Provide expert advice and guidance on plant care, landscaping techniques, and garden design
- Assist in the development of approaches that ensure every customer is made aware of the full spectrum of services we offer; Property Maintenance, Landscape Design, Irrigation
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor, arranging displays and restocking products as needed
- Process customer orders accurately and efficiently using our point-of-sale system
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships by actively listening to their needs and offering personalized recommendations
- Handle customer inquiries and concerns, in a professional and timely manner, striving to resolve issues to the customer's satisfaction
- Collaborate with team members to meet and exceed sales targets – Mentor less experienced staff and help them reach their maximum sales potential.
- Work with team to create outdoor shop displays and garden vignette designs, annual containers, and impulse sales items
- Assist in establishing a database of customers and clients, pertinent information, how they found us, referrals and feedback etc. to be used in advertising campaigns
- Stay up to date with product knowledge and industry trends to provide accurate information to customers
Qualifications:
Previous experience in retail sales, preferably in a garden center or a similar environment- Passion for horticulture, gardening, and outdoor living
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Customer-focused mindset with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service
- Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly on your feet
- Basic knowledge of plants, their care requirements, and common gardening techniques
- Ability to lift and carry heavy items, such as bags of soil or plants, as required
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed
We are looking for a motivated and friendly individual who shares our love for gardening and has a passion for helping customers create their dream outdoor spaces. If you are enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic retail environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Retail Sales Associate in our Garden Center.
Schedule:
- Full-time position - Availability for overtime work and occasional weekend shifts may be required. This is a seasonal position that will go through the holiday season and will resume in March
- Work hours may be longer in some parts of the season, or may shift depending on weather
About Us:
Kent Greenhouse & Gardens is a landscaping company serving residential clients in Litchfield County CT and Dutchess County NY. We are a subsidiary of Hoffman Landscapes, a Top 100 Landscape Company and Top 100 Snow Services Company with over 30 years of experience. At Kent Greenhouse & Gardens, we offer top-notch customer service and a positive working environment. Join our team and be part of a company that is committed to growth and provides exciting opportunities for motivated individuals.
Hoffman Landscapes is a family company of the Mariani Premier Group. Founded by green pioneer Frank Mariani, The Mariani Premier Group is a collection of the finest landscaping companies across the country, formed with the singular goal of being the world’s premier outdoor living company, creating and nurturing outdoor spaces that bring families and communities closer together. Our founding companies share best practices in landscape design, construction, maintenance, and stewardship. We use our combined scale to gain priority access to new technologies and preferred materials. Most importantly, the Mariani Premier Group works together to attract, develop, and reward top talent in the industry.
The Perks
401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
FSA/HSA
PerkSpot
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Paid time Off
Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
Pay Transparency
Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.
Position Range:
$18 - $22
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $18 - $22
