Nursery Sales / Plant Care Staff Member

Bentley Ridge is looking to add a member to our sales / plant care staff. This position is seasonal - full time and requires weekday and weekend hours.

 

General Description:

The main purpose of this staff member is to assist customers through the buying process and help care for the plants in the retail area.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Care for nursery stock, such as watering, pruning, scouting for pests and diseases.
  • Assist customers in choosing the right plants for their needs.
  • Inform customers about proper plant care and find solutions to landscaping problems.
  • Provide genuine, outstanding customer service.
  • Perform office tasks such as operating a cash register, scheduling planting services, restocking supplies, opening and closing procedures.
  • Cleaning retail space.
  • Stocking shelves with product.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
  • Other Duties:
  • Weeding
  • Mulching
  • Miscellaneous tasks


Qualifications:

  • Previous plant / garden experience is helpful but not required. Applicant must possess these qualities and abilities:
  • MUST be responsible, punctual, and dependable and have reliable transportation.
  • Strong interest in plants and ability to learn quickly.
  • Self-motivated / able to find tasks on your own.
  • Ability to learn and use point of sale software and be detailed when inputting data and ringing up sales.
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Perform repetitive physical tasks and be able to stand/walk for long periods of time and occasionally lift 25+ pound objects.
  • Work both independently and with a team.
  • Strong communication skills.

Wholesale Team Member

The Bentley Ridge Wholesale Department is looking to add another member to the team. This position will generally have 40+ hours a week, with weekends off, unless otherwise discussed. This is a seasonal/full-time position.


Job Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Wholesale worker to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for pulling and preparing customer orders, ensuring the health and quality of plants, and assisting in maintaining a well-organized nursery. This is a hands-on, physical role suited for someone who enjoys working outdoors in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately pull and prepare plant orders for wholesale customers.
  • Inspect plants for health and quality, ensuring they meet our high standards.
  • Care for plants, including watering, pruning, and scouting for pests and diseases.
  • Load and unload plants and materials onto trucks for delivery or customer pickup.
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness in the hoop houses, tree rows, and farm in general.
  • Operate machinery (training provided).
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the nursery team.


Qualifications:

  • Experience working with plants or in a nursery setting is a plus but not required.
  • MUST be responsible, punctual, and dependable and have reliable transportation.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in various weather conditions.
  • Strong interest in plants and ability to learn quickly.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Dependable and able to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Passion for plants and a willingness to learn about their care and maintenance.