GARDEN SHOP PLANT SALES ASSOCIATE

As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.

Longwood Gardens is seeking a friendly, energetic part-time Garden Shop Plant Sales Associate to support our retail operations in our onsite Garden Shop. The Sales Associate will educate guests about plant selection and plant care, maintain plant displays, process plant shipments, and maintain and care for plant material inside and outside. Responsibilities include:

• Processing sales and transactions on the POS system
• Educating guests about plant selections and plant care
• Working directly with the Plant Manager and team to process plant shipments
• Contributing to the store and overall guest experience with positive and helpful customer service
• Adhering to shop safety standards, inventory accuracy, reduction of product loss, and upholding all company policy and procedures

This is a year-round, part-time role (not seasonal). The work schedule varies and includes weekends, evenings, and holidays. 

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• An exceptional customer service, communication, and hospitality skills
• Previous experience in retail or garden center preferred
• Plant knowledge preferred but not required 
• Computer and system knowledge of sales register, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and others as identified
• The ability to stand for long periods of time, lift a minimum of 30 pounds, and work in varying weather conditions

Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.