Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country.
After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same.
We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations.
Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future.
We are now heralded as one of Ireland's most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.
Horticulturist
Job Description
The opportunity has arisen to join the team in Avoca Mount Usher Garden Centre.
We are looking for people on a permanent and a part time basis.
Responsibilities
Assisting customers with enquiries, providing horticultural information and advice on gardening purchases.
Cash handling requirements.
Daily and weekly garden care, including watering, repotting etc.
Plant Maintenance.
Excellent customer service.
This role is a manual role and will require manual handling training.
Maintaining garden supplies in store through internal ordering processes, assisting with deliveries.
Will require weekend work.
Key Requirements
Time-keeping - Excellent timekeeping and attendance is required in this role.
Communication -Regular communication is required between you and your line manager in order to maximize efficiency in this role.
Flexibility - The nature of the business is dependent on customer service which requires certain aspects of flexibility such as roster changes, cover on days that are short-staffed in all sections as needed.
You will be notified of these changes by your line manager.
High Standards of Quality - A consistent level of quality is required, in keeping with Avoca high standards in all stores.
Why work with us?
We're always on the lookout for likeminded folks to join our merry band of men and women.
So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:
Pension Scheme
Professional Development
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Employee Referral Bonus
Family Friendly Policies
Life Assurance Benefit
Cycle To Work Scheme
Health & Wellness Programmes