What are the responsibilities and job description for the GARDEN CENTER SPECIALIST position at Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA)?
INTERMOUNTAIN FARMERS ASSOCIATION, a regional agricultural cooperative, is seeking qualified and experienced individuals to fill the position of GARDEN CENTER SPECIALIST at the IFA Country Store in Draper, Utah.
SUMMARY: We are searching for someone who has experience working in a nursery or greenhouse setting who can make great additions to our team. Ideally, we would like to find someone who has such a passion for trees, shrubs, garden plants, and other green goods that they have it flowing through their veins. Someone who is extremely knowledgeable about plants and teaching others how to successfully grow and maintain them. If this sounds like you, then we would really like to talk to you. This could be a seasonal (March-June) 30-40 hour a week positon and even a year round position if interested.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Increase garden center sales by presenting a professionally merchandised, clean and well-maintained garden center
- Ensure plants and green goods are watered and cared for each day
- Provide excellent customer service by educating customers on proper care for trees, shrubs, bushes and other garden center plants
- Maintain appropriate levels of inventory on products in the store by keeping accurate inventory reports and conducting regular inventory audits
- Look for opportunities to increase average sales amount per transaction by implementing effective sales and cross-selling techniques
QUALIFICATIONS: High diploma, GED or equivalent required. 3-5 years of experience in nursery or greenhouse operations highly desired. A passion and excitement for a variety of different plants and green goods with an advanced level of knowledge and experience in gardening and plant care. Master Gardener/Arborist certifications or equivalent preferred. Able to lift 50 lbs. often throughout shift. Able to be on feet for eight hours during shift. Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with multi-tasking capabilities.
IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer