Job Description:

Looking to join a five-time US Best Managed Company award winner? Blue Seal/KENT® Nutrition Group, a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies has an opening for a Seasonal Garden Associate at our Keene, NH store! This is a Seasonal position that will require weekend availability.

Blue Seal provides a generous employee discount!

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Keene, NH.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Garden Associate role is responsible for demonstrating exceptional customer service and communication skills as you coordinate with store and warehouse staff to effectively meet customer needs. This position is responsible for the upkeep and restocking of greenhouse inventory as well as keeping all areas clean and maintained. Designing greenhouse merchandise displays and organizing product placement is another primary duty included in this position.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Successfully operate computer POS system


• Manage cash and credit card transactions


• Reconcile end of day sales and prepare deposit  


• Greenhouse maintenance including cleaning customer areas, restrooms, breakroom, stockroom, and shelving


• Maintain inventory stock in greenhouse including watering and pruning plants, consolidating inventory, and rotating stock


• Design merchandise displays


• Obtain product knowledge through independent research


• Contribute to the care and handling of live plants and animals within the store


• Answer customer inquiries pertaining to greenhouse products


• Effectively communicate with the store and warehouse staff to coordinate timely customer pick-up


• Provide exceptional customer service


• Other duties as assigned by Store Management

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Have a solid work history


• Customer service skills


• Animal, horticulture and agriculture knowledge helpful


• Work independently as well as with others


• Position requires working outside in all weather conditions


• Position requires extended periods of time walking and standing in an outdoor environment.

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