Garden Center (Assistant Nursery Manager)

Cross Creek Nursery•Rockville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cross Creek Nursery & Landscaping is a family-owned, community-focused garden center built on hard work, plants, and people who care about both. We’re looking for an experienced an Assistant Manager to step into a key management role supporting daily nursery operations, team leadership, and plant quality in a fast-paced outdoor retail environment. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who has managed people, operations, or retail/landscape teams, and enjoys being actively involved in the work, not just directing it.

Requirements

Proven management experience in outdoor retail, nursery, landscaping, or similar environment
Strong ability to lead teams, manage workflows, and hold standards
Comfortable in a physical, outdoor role year-round
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stay active throughout the day
Weekend availability required

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with plants or living inventory is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Oversee daily nursery operations in an outdoor garden center setting
Lead and support a team of nursery and retail staff in a hands-on environment
Ensure high standards in plant health, presentation, and customer experience
Manage task delegation, workflow, and team accountability
Support seasonal planning, merchandising, and plant movement strategies
Work closely with department leads to improve efficiency and performance
Help maintain an organized, well-run, and visually strong retail space
Participate in inventory processes and operational improvements

Benefits

Paid Holidays & PTO
Health/Dental
401(k) match
25% discount
Quarterly team events and a fun, positive workplace
Family-owned business with a strong community and team culture
Leadership role in a real outdoor working environment—not an office setting
Opportunity to directly impact plant quality, customer experience, and daily operations
Collaborative team that values accountability, pride, and consistency
Long-term growth potential within a stable, established nursery