Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Who is Wilson Farm?
Wilson Farm has been in operation at its present location since 1884. Our customers shop with us for our highly regarded bakery; our grocery selections; our fresh, locally grown produce; our range of delicious prepared foods from our kitchen; our beautiful flowers and plants (many grown on premises); and our courteous and helpful staff. We employ customer-driven individuals that are dedicated to enhancing our warm and inviting farm-fresh shopping experience.
Who are we looking for?
Wilson Farm is hiring a full-time Assistant Manager to join our Garden Shop team. This position starts at $22/hr commensurate with experience.
Primary Responsibilities
· Assist customers in our busy garden shop and yard area with their questions and selecting plants and associated seasonal products
· Plant ordering ahead of seasons to ensure outstanding selections available to customers
· Plant maintenance: watering, feeding, clean up etc.
· Merchandising plants, garden shop to encourage sales
· General clean up of greenhouse, shop and yard area to maintain neat appearance
Experience/Qualifications Needed
· Prior experience and working knowledge of plant material (annual, perennial, house plants) and associated gardening products required
· Certificate or degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscaping a plus!
· Retail/cashiering experience desirable
· Outstanding customer service skills, excellent work ethic
· Enthusiastic, outgoing personality; positive attitude
· Reliable/punctual - reliable transportation
· Excellent communications skills - answering the phone and in person
· Must be at least 18 years of age to hold this position
Work Schedule
· Full-time (45-50 hours/week).
· Schedule will be a mix of “opening” and “closing” schedules on weekdays and weekend days
· Holiday periods will require more hours and flexibility in schedule (which is greatly appreciated) to meet business needs.
Physical requirements
· Standing/bending/reaching for prolonged periods of time
· Must be able to lift approx.30-40+lb bagged goods (soils and fertilizers) and additional products such as bundled firewood, ice melt
· Up/down stairs
· Working in both hot summer and cold winter conditions
Benefits:
· Competitive wages commensurate with experience.
· Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson Farm
· 401 (k) plan with employer match
· 25% employee discount
· Friendly, customer-driven environment
· Paid time off
Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E.
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