Vacancies

Horticultural Manager (Planteria, Houseplants, Garden Care)

We are currently looking for a Horticultural Manager to join our team and provide specialist plant and garden care knowledge to our customers and staff to ensure our horticultural heritage is maintained and continued into the future. This is a leading role within the management team reporting directly to the Garden Centre Manager.

You will be an expert in your field with a recognised qualification in Horticulture and strong commercial and planning skills. You will have proven people management skills and be able to motivate and develop your team. You will also be responsible for the management of health, safety and security procedures. Previous management experience within a retail environment is essential for this role.

This position is full time and will require you to work a 10 day fortnight, including alternate weekends. A competitive salary and benefits package is available.

Please contact the Personnel Department on 01908 289240 for further information.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th March 2010

Estates Supervisor

This is an important role, that will ensure that the buildings and grounds are maintained to a high standard. This is a ‘hands on’ role. You will also need to co-ordinate external contractors and lead the estates team. As well as ensuring the buildings are maintained you would also work with our Horticulturist Specialist to ensure our grounds are presented to the highest standards. Previous experience will be essential. However, training can be given on spraying, strimming, fork lifts etc.

You will be working a 10 day fortnight, including alternate weekends.

Closing date: 12th March 2010

Food Hall Manager

We are looking for an experienced Food Hall Manager who will focus on product, people, premises,
procedures and profit to develop our successful food business. He, or she, must be committed to high standards in house-keeping, merchandising and customers service – with an eye for detail, a love of food and a feel for people.

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right person to take a new business to even greater levels of success. This position is full time and will require you to work a 10 day fortnight, including alternate weekends.

So, if you are looking for a new challenge and wish to broaden your horizons, please send us a letter with your CV by e-mail to kpepper@frostsgroup.com  

Kitchen Assistant / Porter

We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant / Porter to join our busy Restaurant team. Duties include the
maintenance and operation of the dishwasher and pot wash area.

The ideal candidate will be organised and reliable.  Previous experience in a similar position would be an advantage, but is not essential as full training can be given.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th March 2010

Horticulturalists (Temporary)

We are looking for one full time and one part time Garden Centre Assistant who have outstanding horticultural knowledge to join us on a temporary basis during our busy season. Both roles are based in our Planteria Department and duties will include: providing our customers with sound horticultural advice, merchandising, restocking and general housekeeping. You will be required to work outside in all weathers.

Strong horticultural knowledge is a must; along with good communication skills and a positive approach. Previous experience within a customer service / retail environment would be an advantage.

Full time days/hours involve a 10 day fortnight (including alternate weekends). Part time hours are flexible.

To apply please download and complete the application form (to the right) and return it to our Customer Service Desk.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th March 2010