Wellness & Floral General Merchandise Associate

Seaside Market; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaside Market in California seeks a dedicated retail associate to assist the General Merchandise-Floral Manager. The role focuses on wellness and holistic products, requiring customer service skills, organizational abilities, and an interest in holistic health. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, assisting customers, and creating floral displays.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with flexibility in scheduling, including weekends and holidays. Food Handler Certification is necessary, while a background in nutrition is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Interest in holistic health or nutrition is preferred.
• Food Handler Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day activities of the general merchandise and floral department.
• Receive, unload, and verify shipments efficiently.
• Create floral arrangements and maintain plant health.

Skills

Customer service

Knowledge of wellness trends

Floral arrangement

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floral supplies

Job description

Description

Summary: Assist the General Merchandise-Floral Manager in the day-to-day activities in the general merchandise, wellness & health, and floral department. This role blends traditional retail tasks with a specialized focus on vitamins, supplements, natural body care, and holistic lifestyle products. You will act as a knowledgeable resource for customers seeking to improve their well-being while ensuring the department remains organized, fully stocked, and compliant with safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Receive, unload, and verify shipments. Efficiently stock shelves using FIFO (First In, First Out) method to ensure product freshness and minimize shrink.
• Perform “facing” (pulling products to the front) and ensure all items are correctly tagged and priced.
• Assist in the ordering processes.
• Create floral arrangements to display and sell.
• Perform plant maintenance, including watering, trimming and rotating.
• Execute seasonal resets and build creative displays for promotional items.
• Maintain a functional understanding of wellness trends, including organic standards, dietary supplements, and natural ingredients, to assist with customer inquiries.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing shopping environment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be 18 years old or older. This position requires full availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); interest in holistic health or nutrition is preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

Food Handler Certification. Certified Dietary Supplement Professional is preferred.