Garden Assistant

2 weeks ago


Reading, United Kingdom The Herb Farm Full time

The role will require supervising and coordinating the nursery operation in conjunction with the Horticulture Manager (HM);
- Propagating/growing on young plants.
- Maintaining plant health.
- Record keeping
- Co-ordinating with the HM in charge of the sales tunnels.
- Keeping the environment in a clean and tidy condition
- Communicating stock sundry levels with the HM to ensure a constant supply.

Dealing with customers, operating the till at weekend and busy periods.

The working days required will be a Tuesday - Friday, 10am till 4pm.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Zero hours contract

**Salary**: £6.70-£10.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Reading, RG4 9NJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Vicky


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