Sales Associate - Retail Greenhouse

We are looking for fun, dynamic individuals to join our Retail Greenhouse Salesteam!

Do you want to be part of team that excels in customer service and loves to get your hands dirty?

We are currently recruiting for individuals who are passionate about gardening and strive to excel and grow into a leader!

Experience in a full service garden centre is what will make you successful. Don’t have that? How about experience as a Florist or you have been gardening since you were young and know your perennials from your annuals? All great experience that we can tap into.

Ideally the successful candidate wants to move on up the ladder and lead the team while being an active member as well!

All applicants MUST complete our online application form found at cedarrim.com under About Us > Join Our Team and select Apply. Ensure that you complete the application in full including references.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support the daily operation of the Retail Greenhouse which includes receiving and merchandising of new stock
• Assist customers with purchases including plant selection, seeds, soils and plant containers
• General maintenance & cleanliness of the greenhouse which involves upkeep of plants, removing debris, sorting products on carts and shelves and dusting.
• Able to work outdoors during all types of weather (heat, cold, rain)

Key requirements for the position are:

• Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Minimum 2 years working knowledge of perennials, annuals, vegetables & tropical houseplants in a full service garden centre is a must (experience as a Florist or home gardening will also be considered)
• Minimum 3 years of customer service experience in a retail environment is required.
• Flexible availability to work 5 days per week (morning, afternoon, stat holidays, weekends) every day of the week. Some evenings to 8 pm in May might be required. Part time hours currently not available.
• Strong customer service skills
• Physically fit in order to lift up to 30 pounds on a regular basis and stand, walk and bend for up to 8 hours daily
• Steel toe boots/shoes are required

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, duties or responsibilities.

Number of positions:3 (see start dates below)

Start Date: Late January early February with additional start dates in late February and early March

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Salary: From $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Day range:

• Every Weekend

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada?
• Are you able to lift up to 30 pounds on a regular basis and stand, walk and bend for up to 8 hours daily?

Experience:

• customer service in a retail environment: 3 years (preferred)
• Gardening including perennials, annuals and vegetables: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person