Employment

We are a fast-paced, high-volume nursery/garden center seeking a friendly, dependable Cashier/Customer Service Associate to join our team. This position plays a key role in our number one goal at Briggs — customer service! This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people & thrives in a busy retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing excellent customer service is the #1 priority here at Briggs! Greeting customers in a friendly and timely manner. Expected to be helpful, polite, and sincere both over the phone and in person.
• Handle high-volume customer traffic during peak seasons in a calm & efficient manner.
• Operate cash register accurately (cash, credit, gift cards, returns), ensuring every customer is thanked for their purchase.
• Memorizing a wide variety of product codes.
• Calling loaders to assist customers.
• Assist customers with product selection, pricing, and general questions.
• Answer phones in a professional manner and direct customer inquiries appropriately.
• Maintain a clean & organized checkout and retail area.
• Receiving retail product, checking it in, pricing, and displaying it.
• Stock shelves and restock displays as needed.
• Work closely with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Use of company radios to communicate with employees.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting may be required of 25-50lbs.
• We have indoor and outdoor registers – being out in all types of weather conditions.

Qualifications:

• Previous cashier or retail customer service experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Schedule:

• Part-time position
• Seasonal hire
• Daytime + afternoon hours
• Weekend availability required

If you have any questions/concerns you may email Nicole at nicole@briggsgarden.com with the subject ‘Cashier Position’.

We are a fast-paced, high-volume nursery/garden center seeking a friendly, dependable Barista to join our cafe team. This position plays a key role in our number one goal at Briggs — customer service! This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people & thrives in a busy retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take customer orders and provide recommendations based on their preferences.
• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and other beverages according to Cafe recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee bar/dining area and other work spaces.
• Assist with food preparation, such as running food or drink orders and plating pastries.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, addressing their inquiries, and resolving any issues in a timely manner.
• Follow daily checklists and sidework tasks to ensure a smooth service and easy work flow.
• Keeping pace with incoming orders, having a sense of urgency during high volume. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for 6+ hours and lift 20+ lbs.
• Capability to go up and down stairs.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Barista or in the food industry is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of espresso drinks, or willingness to learn and follow standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members in a friendly and professional manner. 

Schedule:

• Part time or full time positions available 
• One weekend day required 
• Base pay plus tips 

If you have any questions/concerns you may email Sam at cafe@briggsgarden.com with the subject ‘Barista Position’.

We are a fast-paced, high-volume nursery/garden center seeking a friendly, dependable individual to join our cafe team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the efficiency and high-quality service of our cafe. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working on a kitchen line, reading tickets and keeping pace with team members.
• Assist with food preparation, including chopping, cutting, and measuring ingredients.
• Cook and assemble menu items according to recipes and portion sizes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, oven cleaning, etc.
• Follow proper food handling and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
• Keeping pace with incoming orders, having a sense of urgency during high volume.
• Follow daily checklists and sidework tasks to ensure a smooth service and easy workflow. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for 6+ hours and lift 20+ lbs.
• Capability to go up and down stairs.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a line cook or in the food industry is required. Must 18+ to apply.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members in a friendly and professional manner. 

Schedule:

• Part time or full time positions available 
• One weekend day required 
• Base pay plus tips 

If you have any questions/concerns you may email Sam at cafe@briggsgarden.com with the subject ‘BOH Kitchen Staff Position’.

We are a fast-paced, high-volume nursery/garden center seeking a friendly, dependable individual to join our cafe team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the efficiency and high-quality service of our cafe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Keeping the dish pit clean and organized, learning dishwasher etiquette and function.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen surfaces, floors, and dining areas during downtime. 

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in food service or restaurant environments is preferred but not required; a willingness to learn is essential.
• Familiarity with operating basic kitchen equipment such as dishwashers is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and organization within busy settings and shared workspaces.
• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and/or busy service periods. 

Schedule:

• Part time positions available
• One weekend day required – looking for Friday, Saturday, Sunday help. 
• Base pay $16  

If you have any questions/concerns you may email Sam at cafe@briggsgarden.com with the subject ‘Dishwasher/Busser Position’.