• Part Time Sales Associate

    New York Botanical Garden (Bronx, NY)


    Position Summary

    The Seasonal part associate is responsible for:

    + Accurately ring up sales in the register and wrap purchases to prevent breakage and protect plants.

    + Assist customers and provide information about shop merchandise and general Garden programs.

    + Stock displays in a neat and organized fashion, and monitor items needed from the warehouse.

    + Perform daily cleaning tasks to maintain the shop’s appearance.

    Requirements:

    + Previous retail experience preferred.

    + Friendly and pleasant demeanor

    + Detail oriented.

    + Willingness to work hard and be part of a team.

    + Live plant or apparel experience preferred.

    + Flexibility re: duties, hours, and holidays – some evening hours will be required.

    Physical Demands and Work Environment:

    + Prolonged and frequent standing

    + Ability to lift 25 pounds

    Baseline schedule:

    2 weekdays and 1 weekend day

     

    9am-5pm or 11am to 7pm

     

    Pay rate: $17/hr

     

    If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected] .

     

    EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans