Garden Centre Team Member

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Squire's Garden Centres Full time

About Our Team

We are a family-owned group of garden centres based in the UK, dedicated to bringing happiness to those who work with us since 1936.

As a Housekeeping/Kitchen Hand, you will be part of a friendly and energetic team that strives for excellence in horticulture, catering, and retail.

Job Summary

This is a seasonal role supporting our restaurant team. You will provide exceptional customer service and work closely with the Restaurant Manager to drive business success.

Main Responsibilities
  • Clean and maintain kitchen areas, including washing up, unloading deliveries, emptying bins, and sweeping/mopping floors
  • Ensure all equipment is clean and stored correctly, with deep cleaning of fridges and store rooms to maintain sanitary and kitchen safety standards
Requirements
  • A friendly and approachable manner
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A willingness to learn and develop new skills
Benefits and Rewards
  • 50% discount in restaurants and 20% in garden centre on joining, increasing to 25% after 2 years' service and 30% after 5 years' service
  • Holiday entitlement: 5.6 weeks on joining, increasing to 6.2 weeks after 2 years' service and 6.6 weeks after 5 years' service
  • Bonus: Non-contractual bonus at Christmas, based on company profit (first year dependent on start date)
  • Pension: Defined Contribution Pension Plan for new employees, with employer contributions if government criteria met
  • Attendance: Additional holiday day after one year's service with 100% attendance
  • Made A Difference Scheme (M.A.D): Reward scheme for outstanding customer service and initiatives
  • Learning & Development: Opportunities for skill development and confidence growth
  • Birthday benefits: Early leave or £25 gift voucher after 6 months/2 years service
  • Cycle2work scheme: Savings on cycling equipment after 1 year's service
  • Child's first day at school: Leave early and pick up child on first day
  • RHS Membership or Tree/Shrub: Choice of RHS membership or tree/shrub up to £50 value after 1 year's service
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Access to wellbeing resources after 2 years service
  • Retirement: Reduced hours but same pay after 15 years service
  • Free Parking: Available to all employees in designated parking areas

Estimated Salary: £18,600 - £19,200 per annum (£8.72 - £9.18 per hour)



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