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Available Positions
We are currently fully staffed and not actively hiring, but we welcome you to submit your resume for future opportunities. Please feel free to complete the requested form, and we will keep your information on file should a position become available that matches your qualifications.
Retail Associate - Part-Time, Seasonal
Join our friendly, fast-paced garden center team! We’re looking for a hardworking and customer-focused Retail Garden Center Team Member to assist with plant care, customer service, cashiering, and general upkeep of the garden center. This role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and requires physical stamina. Whether you’re passionate about plants or just love helping people, this is a great opportunity to be part of a positive, hands-on retail environment.
Position Type: Seasonal, Part-time
Hourly wage based on experience. Seasonal opportunities available.
Responsibilities
Assist customers with product questions, plant care advice, and purchases
Operate cash registers and handle transactions accurately
Unload deliveries and restock inventory (may include soil, mulch, and heavy pots)
Water, clean, and maintain plants and displays
Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized
Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations
Other general tasks as assigned by management
Requirements
Able to work outside in all weather conditions (heat, rain, etc.)
Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Friendly, positive attitude with strong customer service skills
Comfortable using or learning cash registers and POS systems
Willing to work weekends and holidays during peak season
Team-oriented and dependable
Preferred (but not required):
Knowledge of plants, gardening, or landscaping
Previous retail or garden center experience.
Delivery Driver - Part-Time, Seasonal Full-Time
We’re looking for a dependable and friendly Delivery Driver to join our team! At our florist and garden center, you’ll play an important role delivering fresh floral arrangements, plants, and garden items to our customers with care and professionalism. This is a part-time position with regular weekly hours, and the flexibility to work full-time during peak seasons and holidays like Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and Christmas.
Position Type: Part-Time (1–2 days/week) with Seasonal Full-Time (up to 40 hrs/week during holidays)
Responsibilities
Safely deliver floral arrangements and garden center products to homes, offices, and event venues
Load and unload products (some up to 50 lbs.) with care
Maintain delivery logs and communicate effectively with the shop team
Provide excellent customer service on every delivery
Keep delivery vehicle clean and report any maintenance needs
Assist with in-store duties when needed (especially during slower delivery periods)
Requirements
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Insurable under company policy
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and handle physical tasks
Reliable, courteous, and detail-oriented
Comfortable using GPS and navigating local routes
Availability to work 1–2 days per week, and up to 40 hrs/week during seasonal rushes
Bonus If You Have:
Previous delivery or driving experience
Knowledge of floral handling or garden products
Floral Designer - Part-Time
We’re looking for a creative and dependable Floral Designer to join our florist team! This part-time position involves hands-on floral design, customer interaction, and assisting with day-to-day shop operations. You’ll be on your feet throughout the day creating beautiful arrangements, helping customers, and keeping things flowing smoothly. This is a great opportunity for someone with floral experience who thrives in a fast-paced, seasonal environment and takes pride in their work.
Position Type: Part-Time (Weekdays, Weekends, and Holidays as needed)
Pay is based on experience. Floral design experience is a big plus!
Responsibilities
Design floral arrangements for daily orders, holidays, and special events
Create corsages, boutonnieres, sympathy pieces, and custom arrangements
Assist walk-in and phone customers with floral selections and orders
Prep flowers and maintain the floral cooler and workspace cleanliness
Work closely with other designers and front staff to complete orders on time
Help with general shop tasks as needed (wrapping, processing, watering, etc.)
Requirements
Reliable and punctual — must show up on time and ready to work
Able to stand on your feet for the entire shift
Able to lift, carry, and move buckets, vases, and supplies (up to 30 lbs)
Flexible availability, especially during peak floral holidays (Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, etc.)
Team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills
Floral design experience preferred (even if informal)
Retail Associate - Part-Time, Full-Time, Seasonal
Join our friendly, fast-paced garden center team! We’re looking for a hardworking and customer-focused Retail Garden Center Team Member to assist with plant care, customer service, cashiering, and general upkeep of the garden center. This role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and requires physical stamina. Whether you’re passionate about plants or just love helping people, this is a great opportunity to be part of a positive, hands-on retail environment.
Position Type: Part-Time or Full-Time (Seasonal Available)
Hourly wage based on experience. Seasonal opportunities available.
Responsibilities
Assist customers with product questions, plant care advice, and purchases
Operate cash registers and handle transactions accurately
Unload deliveries and restock inventory (may include soil, mulch, and heavy pots)
Water, clean, and maintain plants and displays
Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized
Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations
Other general tasks as assigned by management
Requirements
Able to work outside in all weather conditions (heat, rain, etc.)
Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Friendly, positive attitude with strong customer service skills
Comfortable using or learning cash registers and POS systems
Willing to work weekends and holidays during peak season
Team-oriented and dependable
Preferred (but not required):
Knowledge of plants, gardening, or landscaping
Previous retail or garden center experience.
Nursery Staff Member - Part-Time
We’re looking for a hardworking and dependable Nursery Staff Member to join our garden center team. This position involves caring for plants, assisting customers, and performing physical tasks outdoors. If you love being outside and working with plants, this could be a great fit for you!
Position Type: Part-Time
Hourly wage based on experience. Training provided.
Responsibilities
Assist with unloading, stocking, and organizing plant deliveries
Water, maintain, and care for nursery stock (trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals)
Help customers locate and select plants and gardening supplies
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized nursery area
Load customer vehicles with soil, mulch, and plants
Assist with seasonal displays and restocking
Other general tasks as assigned by nursery or store manager
Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Physically able to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
Friendly, dependable, and able to work independently or with a team
Willing to work weekends and peak seasonal hours
Office Assistant - Part-Time, Full-Time
We’re seeking a friendly, organized, and tech-savvy Office Assistant to join our florist and garden center team! This role is essential to keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes — you’ll help customers over the phone and via email, process orders, and provide general office support. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, has excellent communication skills, and is comfortable using a computer or eager to learn quickly.
Position Type: Part-Time or Full-Time (depending on availability)
Hourly wage based on experience. Training provided for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Assist customers over the phone and through email with floral and garden product selections
Take and process orders accurately and efficiently
Communicate with designers, delivery staff, and management regarding customer needs
Maintain digital and physical records of orders and customer interactions
Help manage calendars and scheduling for deliveries and events
Perform basic office tasks such as filing, printing, and data entry
Provide backup support for in-store staff as needed
Requirements
Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly phone manner
Comfortable using a computer, POS system, and email (or a fast learner willing to be trained)
Able to stay organized and focused in a busy, multitasking environment
Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
Customer service experience is a plus.
Knowledge of flowers, plants, or gardening (a bonus, but not required)
Christmas Tree Lot Associate - Part-Time Seasonal
We’re looking for energetic and dependable seasonal help to join our Christmas Tree Lot team! If you enjoy working outdoors, helping customers, and spreading holiday cheer, this is a great opportunity to make some extra money during the season. This position involves physical work, customer interaction, and helping to create a fun, festive experience for families picking out their perfect tree.
Hourly wage based on experience. Great opportunity for students or anyone looking for seasonal part-time work!
Seasonal Position: Late November through mid to late December