Now Hiring: Seasonal Retail Nursery Associate

We are seeking a Retail Nursery Associate who is passionate about native plants and enjoys providing excellent customer service. This part-time role involves working in a retail nursery setting, assisting customers, organizing inventory, and performing light cleaning and gardening tasks to maintain a welcoming environment. The position will end on June 29, 2025, as the nursery closes for the summer season. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about plant care and helping our customers with their gardening needs. 

About Mother Natives:
Mother Natives is a POC-led organization committed to providing sustainable gardening solutions and native plants to our community. Our mission is rooted in fostering environmental stewardship while providing excellent customer service. We are looking for a dedicated, friendly, and passionate individual to join our team for the seasonal period.

Job Title: Seasonal Retail Nursery Associate
Location: Mother Natives, Sacramento, CA 
Hourly Rate: $18.50/hr
Hours: 10 hours per week (Sat+Sun, 9am-2pm)
Position Type: Seasonal (Ending June 29, 2025)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist customers with plant selection, offering gardening advice, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.

  • Organize and maintain inventory, ensuring that plants are displayed attractively and correctly labeled.

  • Perform light gardening duties, including weeding and watering the on-site garden.

  • Perform light cleaning duties, including sweeping, dusting, and maintaining a tidy sales floor.

  • Assist with propagation operations (sowing seeds and up-potting plants).

  • Assist with any other tasks as needed to support the smooth operation of the nursery.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent. Horticulture or landscaping background is a plus!

  • Previous retail or customer service preferred.

  • Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems preferred.

  • Interest in plants, ecology, and gardening.

  • Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers.

  • Ability to address customer issues in a calm and effective manner.

  • Ability to lift and move plants, pots, and other materials.

  • Attention to detail and the ability to maintain an organized and clean work environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • $18.50 per hour. Bi-weekly pay period with optional direct deposit.

  • 10 hours per week. Must be available to work Saturday and Sunday.

  • 15% employee discount on purchases at the nursery.

  • Seasonal Position: Employment ends on June 29, 2025, as the nursery closes for the summer season.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mother Natives is a POC-led organization that is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, medical condition, disability, marital status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances.