SEASONAL GARDEN ATTENDANT/ OUTDOOR HELPER

Stew Leonard's • Farmingdale, NY

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.

Position Overview:
The Garden Shop Receiver is responsible for accurately receiving, organizing, and stocking incoming merchandise, supplies, and plant materials. This role ensures inventory is processed efficiently and safely while maintaining a clean, organized receiving area. The ideal candidate has experience operating forklifts and performing accurate data entry to support inventory management systems.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years and older
• Previous experience as a receiver, stock associate, or related warehouse/retail role.
• Forklift certification and demonstrated experience operating forklifts required.
• Strong computer skills and accurate data entry experience, including use of inventory management or POS systems.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in outdoor/weather-exposed areas when needed.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of garden center products is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments of garden center products, including plants, soil, pottery, tools, and seasonal merchandise.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Verify shipment contents against purchase orders and delivery documents.
• Accurately record received items into inventory systems; ensure data input is timely and error-free.
• Tag, label, and organize merchandise for stocking or special orders.
• Communicate discrepancies, damages, or missing items to management and vendors.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized receiving area in accordance with company safety guidelines.
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliation as needed.
• Collaborate with sales associates, managers, and greenhouse staff to ensure product flow and availability.
• Follow all safety standards and equipment-operation protocols.
• Greet customers with a friendly smile and positive attitude, ensuring that each customer feels welcome and appreciated.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth operation of the store, offering assistance and support where needed.
• Improve and maintain the efficiency of the store in order to reach success.
• Be a positive ambassador for the store, representing our S.T.E.W. values in all interactions with customers and team members. You are the biggest WOW!

Benefits

• High value, high quality Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401 K plan for FT & PT team members
• family & personal time
• life insurance
• Dayforce Wallet – a new way to get paid. Get your pay as soon as you earn it, at no cost to you – It’s your money, why should you have to wait? Request your pay as you earn it.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed