Department Lead - Tropical Plants - North Vancouver

GARDENWORKS is British Columbia’s largest independently owned garden centre company with 10 locations across Vancouver’s lower mainland, Vancouver Island, and South Okanagan.

At GARDENWORKS we are unapologetic about our love of plants and want to share this passion with every person who crosses our path.

Join GARDENWORKS and play a key role in our shared mission of connecting people to our natural world through plants.

GARDENWORKS North Vancouver is looking for an energetic and passionate, gardening enthusiast to support the customer experience. This is a lead position mentoring under the Department Manager.

Position is F/T (32-40 hrs per week) Compensation $21.00 - 23.00/hr., weekend availability required.

Overview of role:

  • Building sales and supporting the GARDENWORKS Brand by providing outstanding guest service
  • Lead & execute the product flow process, including receiving, pricing, preparing product for floor, and final placement - ensuring tables are full of plants ready to sell
  • Ongoing plant maintenance - we only sell high quality, healthy plants!
  • Sharing your plant knowledge - informing customers about plant care, the light requirements, how often to water – setting them up for success!
  • Working with the team creating inspiring displays, managing product placement that is reflective of trend and supports brand messaging

Is this you?

  • A passion for what we do – connecting people to nature and growing!
  • Are people focused - you have a strong passion for retail and are committed to providing an outstanding & memorable guest experience
  • A good knowledge base for tropical plants
  • 3+ years retail customer service experience
  • You believe in fostering a positive and respectful workplace - listening, looking for solutions and encouraging open communication among the team
  • Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends, and holidays as seasonal peaks require, including store opening and closing responsibilities
  • This job requires extended periods of walking and standing, as well as the ability to do some regular lifting

We offer a culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance, 50/50 shared benefits program for eligible full-time employees, and an amazing employee discount!

GARDENWORKS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Interested applicants please apply through our website at www.gardenworks.ca/careers or forward to careers@gardenworks.ca