Christmas Tree Lot Supervisor

Moon Valley Nurseries; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Christmas Tree Lot Supervisor to oversee operations at our seasonal San Diego tree lot, ensuring smooth, customer-focused service.

You will lead daily sales activities, manage seasonal staff, maintain tree quality and displays, and handle cash and reporting to moon-valley standards.

This hands-on, seasonal role runs through December 30, 2025, requiring flexibility, strong leadership, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail, sales, or management experience.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Able to work outdoors and perform physical tasks.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Christmas Tree Lot.
• Lead and manage a team of seasonal associates.
• Assist guests and ensure excellent customer service.
• Maintain tree quality and visual presentation.
• Manage cash handling and daily reporting.
• Oversee inventory and restocking.
• Ensure safety and company procedures.
• Coordinate staffing with regional leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Retail management

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced, Job Location: San Diego, CA 92130, Position Type: Seasonal, Salary Range: $20.00 - $30.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Open Availability Day Shift, Job Category: Management, Job Summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Christmas Tree Lot Supervisor to oversee operations at one of our seasonal tree lots. This position plays a key role in ensuring a smooth, organized, and customer-focused operation during the busy holiday season.

The Christmas Tree Lot Supervisor will lead daily sales activities, manage seasonal staff, maintain tree quality and presentation, and ensure every guest receives the high level of service Moon Valley Nurseries is known for. This is a hands‑on, seasonal position running through the end of the year, requiring flexibility, professionalism, and a positive attitude in a fast‑paced retail environment.

“This is a seasonal position. The expected duration is date of hire through December 30, 2025.”

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the assigned Christmas Tree Lot, including setup, merchandising, and closing.


• Lead and manage a team of seasonal associates, providing training, guidance, and daily direction.


• Deliver an exceptional customer experience by assisting guests in product selection, ensuring courteous and efficient service.


• Maintain tree quality, lot organization, signage, and visual presentation according to company standards.


• Manage cash handling, reconcile daily sales, and complete all required reporting accurately.


• Oversee inventory control, including receiving shipments, tracking stock, and restocking displays as needed.


• Ensure all safety, operational, and customer service procedures are followed consistently.


• Partner with regional leadership on staffing, scheduling, and sales performance goals

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 2+ years of retail, sales, or management experience; seasonal or outdoor sales experience preferred.


• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and direct seasonal staff.


• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.


• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.


• Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks including lifting and carrying.


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings (up to 9 PM), weekends, and holidays throughout the season.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Physical requirements/Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 15 pounds. Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.

OTHER

Subject to MVR and criminal background check (In accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations)

About Us

Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America, and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.