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Hillier Nurseries Ltd

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management
  • 7d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be proactive, flexible, and available for a rota, with a minimum of 20 hours weekly, including weekends, and willing to work extra shifts until January 3, 2025.
  • You will assist customers, maintain the garden centre, care for plants and products, and adapt to varying hours, especially during busy periods. Flexibility for extra shifts is essential.

Requirements

  • Proactive and flexible Garden Centre Assistant who is available to work on a rota basis
  • Open to taking extra shifts during peak trading
  • Minimum guaranteed hours of 20 hours a week
  • Includes some weekend working
  • Fixed term basis until 3rd January 2025

Responsibilities

  • As a Garden Centre Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our garden centre.
  • You will be responsible for helping customers, maintaining the centre, and ensuring our plants and products are well cared for.
  • This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a dynamic work environment and is willing to adapt to varying hours, especially during our busiest times.
  • To support our busy periods, we are seeking a proactive and flexible Garden Centre Assistant who is available to work on a rota basis and is open to taking extra shifts during peak trading.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Garden Centre Assistant position?

The position offers a minimum guaranteed of 20 hours per week, which includes some weekend working and may require flexibility during peak trading times.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is part-time, offered on a fixed-term basis until 3rd January 2025, with a minimum of 20 hours per week.

What is the rate of pay for the Garden Centre Assistant role?

The rate of pay is up to £11.44 per hour.

What kind of training will be provided?

Full training will be provided to help you succeed in your role, along with access to an Online Learning Hub.

Are there any employee discounts?

Yes, employees receive a 20% discount on purchases, along with a 50% discount on the restaurant menu while on shift.

How many days of annual leave are offered?

Employees receive 31 days of annual leave, pro-rata for part-time roles.

Will I receive support for personal or family matters?

Yes, there is an Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme available for both you and your immediate family, including free counseling on health, financial, legal, and personal/family matters.

Is there free parking available?

Yes, free on-site parking is provided for employees.

What benefits do employees receive during the Christmas period?

Employees enjoy an extended Christmas closure for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and the day after.

Can I visit other gardens while employed?

Yes, employees receive free access to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Romsey and deals at other gardens nationally.

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Hillier Nurseries Ltd

Aiming to inspire the creation of green living spaces for now and the future. Over 155 years of horticultural expertise.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1864
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

A Retail and Wholesale Company selling quality Trees, Plants and Shrubs from our Garden Centres and Wholesale Nurseries. Garden Centres Retail centres which cater for all your gardening needs, and a loyalty membership scheme to give regular customers great benefits to shopping with Hillier. Restaurants - Quality catering within a Horticultural environment.