Retail Garden Center Associate

Steadfast; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Welcoming team

Job summary

Handcart Garden Center in Dade City, Florida is seeking a friendly Retail Garden Center Associate to join our outdoor-focused team. If you enjoy helping customers, plants, and nature, this is a great local opportunity.

Our associates are at the heart of the shopping experience, providing support for plant selections, product knowledge, and seasonal displays while maintaining a welcoming store environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and strong customer service skills
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds (bags of soil, plants, etc.)
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Basic plant knowledge is a plus but not required (we are happy to train!)
• Retail or garden center experience is a bonus but not required

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide excellent customer service
• Assist customers with plant selections, gardening products, and supplies
• Operate the register and assist with retail sales transactions
• Water plants and help maintain the health and appearance of nursery inventory
• Stock shelves and organize merchandise displays
• Assist with unloading plant shipments and moving inventory
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming retail environment
• Help load plants, soil, and supplies into customer vehicles when needed
• Support seasonal displays and promotions

Skills

Customer service

Outdoor work

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

Retail Garden Center Associate

Handcart Garden Center – Dade City, Florida

Handcart Garden Center is looking for a friendly, dependable, and hardworking Retail Garden Center Associate to join our team in Dade City, Florida. If you enjoy working outdoors, helping customers, and being surrounded by plants and nature, this is a great opportunity to grow with a locally loved garden center.

Our associates are the heart of our customer experience. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, staying active, and learning more about plants, gardening, and outdoor living.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide excellent customer service
• Assist customers with plant selections, gardening products, and supplies
• Operate the register and assist with retail sales transactions
• Water plants and help maintain the health and appearance of nursery inventory
• Stock shelves and organize merchandise displays
• Assist with unloading plant shipments and moving inventory
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming retail environment
• Help load plants, soil, and supplies into customer vehicles when needed
• Support seasonal displays and promotions

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and strong customer service skills
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds (bags of soil, plants, etc.)
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Basic plant knowledge is a plus but not required (we are happy to train!)
• Retail or garden center experience is a bonus but not required

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunity to learn about plants and gardening
• Employee discounts on plants and garden products
• A fun and active workplace surrounded by nature

Schedule

• Part-time or full-time opportunities available
• Weekend availability is preferred

Location

Handcart Garden Center

Dade City, Florida