Join our team!
At Swansons Nursery, we believe that great work starts with care—for our customers, our plants, and each other. We’re a locally owned, community-focused nursery where people work hard, show up with kindness, and take pride in being helpful every day.
We’re looking for people who enjoy physical work, don’t mind getting a little dirty, and find satisfaction in helping others succeed. If you’re energetic, love helping people, and enjoy working as part of a team, you may be a great fit. Previous retail experience or plant knowledge is helpful but not required—we’re happy to train people who are eager to learn and contribute.
Swansons Nursery is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination and to an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We are a drug-free workplace.
How to Apply for a job at swansons
Please click below to fill out our employment application. We will contact you if we think you are a good fit for Swansons. See current job openings below. If there are no current open positions, submissions will be filed and reviewed when we need additional staff.
If an online application will not work for you, you can download an employment application or pick up a printed application from any cashier. Drop off your completed application in person, via email, or by postal mail. No phone calls, please.
email: garden@swansonsnursery.com
Subject: Employment Application
Mailing address:
Swansons Nursery
9701 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117
Attention: Human Resources
Scroll down to see current job openings and benefits information.
Current Job Openings:
Cashier
Part-time, seasonal position, mid-November through mid-December
Saturday, Sunday & Monday availability required
Join our Cashier Team and help create an exceptional shopping experience for every customer. Responsibilities include welcoming customers, processing transactions accurately and efficiently, answering questions, and helping keep the store clean and organized. Ideal candidates are friendly, dependable, and enthusiastic people who thrive in a busy environment, take initiative, and enjoy working as part of a supportive team.
Prep Cook/Dishwasher
20-30 hours/week
Weekend Availability Required
We're looking for a friendly, dependable team member to share prep cook and dishwasher responsibilities in our café kitchen. Duties include food prep, dishwashing, and maintaining an organized, efficient kitchen. Previous prep or cooking experience is preferred, and baking experience is a plus! We're seeking someone who enjoys working as part of a positive, respectful team and is available for morning and daytime shifts (our kitchen is open 9am–4pm, so no late nights!)
Café Barista
Part-time position
We're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic team member to help create an exceptional customer experience at Swansons Café, our counter-service café nestled in a tropical conservatory greenhouse. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, taking orders, preparing delicious espresso beverages, and keeping the café clean and inviting. We're seeking someone who enjoys helping people, thrives in a busy environment, and brings reliability, kindness, and a positive attitude to the team. This active role requires standing throughout the day, frequent bending and twisting, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
The Benefits of Working at Swansons
Swansons employees enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer competitive wages and benefits as well as the unique opportunity to work in a beautiful, plant-filled environment.
Benefits for all employees
Join a caring community of plant enthusiasts
Learn about plants and gardening
Employee discount of 40% off all plants and products, and a 20% discount at Swansons Café
Double-time for 3 “working” holidays (if scheduled and worked)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off (accrual of 1 hour per 40 hours worked), eligible for use after 3 months of employment
401K with a 3% employer match after 6 months of work (if over 21 years of age)
Added benefits for full-time, non-seasonal employees averaging 29 hours or more per week
Paid time off accrual increases after 1-, 5-, and 10-year anniversaries
3 annual paid holidays after 1 year of employment
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage after 2 months of full-time employment (Swansons pays 75% of insurance premiums)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Educational assistance after 1 year of employment*
Jury duty pay after 1 year of employment (up to 40 hours during a calendar year)
* For specific details, please inquire.