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Garden Center Retail Associate
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A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.
$34,299 / year median in Delaware
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Join our team at East Coast Garden Center as a Garden Center Retail Associate and become part of a thriving and supportive work environment. Our company is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and a wide range of high-quality products. We pride ourselves on offering competitive pay, benefits, and career development opportunities for our employees. Responsibilities Provide a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers upon entry Efficiently process customer transactions, including cash, checks, and credit/debit cards Address customer inquiries, resolve issues, and provide product information Maintain accurate cash register balances and process returns/exchanges in accordance with company policy Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked retail environment Collaborate with fellow retail associates to ensure proper coverage during breaks and lunches Support all Garden Center departments with daily tasks and projects during slow periods or winter season Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent preferred Successful completion of on-the-job training Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong customer service skills and ability to operate cash registers, calculators, and scanners Basic mathematical skills for handling transactions and providing refunds Familiarity with company products, services, and customer-related policies Additional Requirements Ability to stand for prolonged periods and work on cash register or related equipment Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and perform repetitive movements over extended periods Team player with strong multitasking and detail-oriented abilities Must be at least 18 years old and maintain a dependable attendance record Why work with East Coast Garden Center? We are committed to fostering the career growth of our employees by providing training and development opportunities. Our focus on strong work ethic, creative thinking, and efficient time and project management ensures a supportive and rewarding work environment. Experience and License Requirements Basic math (optional) Customer Service (optional)