Garden Centre Assistant (Indoor & Outdoor Lifestyle)
Location: Gordale Garden Centre
Hours: Part-time/Full-time, up to five days, including one weekend day.
Pay: £12.71 per hour, rising with service.
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time.
About Us
Gordale Garden Centre is a long-established, award-winning, family-run business set in 15 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. With a covered shop, food hall, outdoor plant area, children’s play areas, petrol station, and coffee shop, we provide a unique and enjoyable experience for our customers.
At Gordale, we pride ourselves on being a fantastic place to work. Our friendly atmosphere, supportive team, and excellent benefits make us a great choice for anyone looking to grow their career in retail and customer service.
Role Overview
As a Garden Centre Assistant (Outdoor Lifestyle), you will have a varied role that includes both shop floor and warehouse responsibilities. You will work across our garden furniture, clothing, Christmas, and interiors departments, ensuring a fantastic shopping experience for our customers while also supporting warehouse operations.
Key Responsibilities
Shop Floor Duties:
- Develop in-depth knowledge of garden furniture, BBQs, clothing, Christmas, and interior products.
- Deliver outstanding customer service, offering advice and recommendations.
- Assist in setting up and dismantling seasonal displays, including the Christmas department.
- Ensure stock is correctly priced, attractively displayed, and rotated regularly.
- Promote Gordale’s loyalty card to enhance the customer experience.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of sales areas.
- Stay vigilant for shoplifting and alert managers to any concerns.
Warehouse & Stock Management Duties:
- Receive, check, and store deliveries accurately, ensuring stock levels are maintained.
- Assist in moving stock from the warehouse to the shop floor efficiently and safely.
- Ensure the warehouse and back-of-house areas remain clean, safe, and organised.
- Handle goods carefully to reduce breakages and minimise packaging waste.
- Support stocktaking and inventory management processes.
- Complete daily checklists and report any issues to management.
Your Skills and Qualities
- Customer-Focused: A warm, approachable attitude with a passion for helping customers.
- Team Player: Work collaboratively to support colleagues across different departments.
- Detail-Oriented: Maintain high standards in stock presentation, cleanliness, and safety.
- Physically Fit: Able to handle stock movement, including lifting and carrying.
- Adaptable: Thrive in a dynamic role that balances shop floor and warehouse work.
- Reliable: Punctual, proactive, and committed to upholding Gordale’s high standards.
Benefits of Working at Gordale
- Competitive Pay: With increases in line with service.
- Generous Store Discount: Enjoy savings on our wide range of products.
- Free Parking On-Site: Convenient and stress-free.
- Company Pension Scheme: Secure your future.
- Friendly and Supportive Team: Be part of a positive and welcoming workplace.
Working Hours
Both part-time and full-time candidate will be considered for this role working up to five days, including one weekend day. Additional hours may be available during peak periods. Please confirm in your letter of application your preference of part or full time hours.
If you’re passionate about delivering excellent customer service, enjoy a role that combines shop floor and warehouse work, and thrive in a dynamic retail environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now to become part of the Gordale family!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Store discount
Experience:
- Retail sales: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
