Garden Center Employee-Seasonal, All Shifts

Job Title: Garden Center EmployeeReports to: Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Floor ManagerStatus: Non-Exempt/TemporarySummaryThe garden center employee supports the smooth operation of the Garden Center by providing positive and friendly customer service to our guests. This person will answer questions pertaining to outdoor living and live goods and consult with lead experts as needed. The garden center employee will care for and display merchandise and live goods in designated departments. Unless solely hired for watering/plant maintenance, accurate operation of a cash register is required. Preferred start date prior to May 10th. Many shifts available including: day time, evenings, weekends in addition to 10 to 40 hours per week. Season typically runs from early/mid March through early/mid July. Limited temporary indoor positions available as well.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGreet all customers with a smile and friendly attitudeRecord prices, subtotal taxable items, and total purchases on a cash registerCollect acceptable forms of payment from customers and make change for cash transactionsStock shelves, counters, and tables with merchandise and live goods per corporate guidelinesAssist in setting up displays to promote sales and maintain knowledge of weekly adStamp, mark, or tag prices on merchandiseReview price sheets to note price changes and sale itemsMust be willing to work in all weather conditions (rain, wind, extreme heat/sun, etc.)Maintain a neat and clean work spacePromote Lewis initiatives and represent Lewis in a positive manner to our customers and communitiesPerform additional duties as assigned by managementEmployee Role ExpectationsMust be neat and clean in appearanceEagerness to help customers with a positive and friendly attitudeStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitaskMust be a self-starterWillingness to take direction when neededAbility to maintain composure when dealing with challenging situationsAbility and desire to learn new skillsDependable in attendance and job performanceQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required (or in progress)Ability to handle transactions accurately and responsiblyBasic math and computer skillsHorticulture or landscaping knowledge is a plusPhysical RequirementsMust be able to stand and remain stationary for long periods of timeMust be able to constantly operate a cash registerAbility to lift/move items up to 10 lbs constantly, up to 20 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally with or without accommodationMust be able to work in and around plants, flowers, trees, and other live goodsMust be able to work in an outdoor environment during the months of March through AugustBenefits (Full-time employees)Medical, dental, and vision insuranceHSA, FSA, LPFSA optionsVoluntary options: life, long-term disability, life/long-term care hybrid, cancer, critical illness, accident, identity theft protectionEmployee discountRetirement savings (401k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid volunteer timeCompany paid short term disabilityCompany paid life insuranceDiscounted logowearEmployee Assistance ProgramBenefits (Part-time employees)Employee discountRetirement savings (401k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Discounted logowearEmployee Assistance Program