Current Vacancies

Catering Assistants

Bicester Avenue Garden Centre, Oxfordshire
Restaurant
Full & Part Time Positions available to suit

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique hospitality experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in food & customer service, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be someone who is passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

You will be working closely with the Front of house team and be responsible for key areas within the restaurant and ensure customers receive outstanding service.

What are we looking for?

We are a growing company with a big heart. We are looking for passionate people with a thirst for knowledge who strive to be the best they can be.

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly to both our guests & their team; as a small team, you will need to be supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure this happens.

Tons of experience is not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know but for this role we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in customer service
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Catering Assistants

Grosvenor Garden Centre, Chester
Restaurant
We now have vacancies for both Full & Part-time Catering Assistants

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique hospitality experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional, and friendly with a genuine interest in food & customer service, as well as having a good eye for detail.

Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

You will be working closely with the Front of house team and be responsible for key areas within the restaurant and ensuring customers receive outstanding service.

What are we looking for?

We are a growing company with a big heart. We are looking for passionate people with a thirst for knowledge who strive to be the best they can be.

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly to both our guests & their team; as a small team, you will need to be supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure this happens.

Tons of experience is not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know but for this role, we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in customer service
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

In return, we offer a competitive salary as well as the opportunity to develop and grow your career to the next level and most importantly ensure you are happy, as a much-valued member of the Blue Diamond family.

ABOUT BLUE DIAMOND GROUP

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £200m per annum with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business that in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Chef

Harlow Garden Centre, Harlow
Restaurants
20hrs week Monday – Thursday

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Chef with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Harlow  Garden Centre.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Chef must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Restaurant Manager in controlling stock, minimising wastage and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Chef will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Chef

Harlow Garden Centre, Harlow
Restaurants
15hrs week Friday - Sunday

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic part-time Chef with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Harlow  Garden Centre.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Chef must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Restaurant Manager in controlling stock, minimising wastage and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Chef will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Till & Customer Service General Assistant

Fosseway Garden Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Tills and Customer Services
Full and Part-time positions available may include alternate weekend working

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in customer service, as well as a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be, polite and outgoing, and someone who will always put our customers first.

As a Till & Customer Service General Assistant, you will be responsible for

Key accountabilities/primary responsibilities

Engaging openly with our customers with an energetic and can-do attitude

Ensuring customers are served in a timely and polite manner

Being able to provide exemplary and friendly customer service to all our customers

Helping our customers with any queries they have and promoting the Diamond Club membership

Organising customer deliveries

Any other duties required by your Line Manager

You should be able to work on your initiative, under pressure and at a fast pace in a team or individually and have a degree of flexibility.

ABOUT BLUE DIAMOND GROUP

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £200m per annum with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Sous Chef

Springfields Home & Garden, Lincolnshire
Restaurant

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Sous Chef with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Springfields Garden Centre.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Sous Chef must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Head Chef in controlling stock, minimising wastage, and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure, and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Sous Chef will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

About us

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Chef De Partie

Fosseway Garden Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Restaurant

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Chef De Partie with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Fosseway Garden Centre Restaurant.

As Chef De Partie here at our Garden Centre, you must have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Chef must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Head Chef in controlling stock, minimising wastage, and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure, and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Chef De Partie will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

·About us

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Chef De Partie

Trentham Garden Centre, Staffordshire
Restaurant

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Chef De Partie with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Trentham Garden Centre Restaurant.

As Chef De Partie here at our Garden Centre, you must have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Chef must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Head Chef in controlling stock, minimising wastage, and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure, and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Chef De Partie will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

·About us

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Cook

Fosseway Garden Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Restaurant

We are seeking a hard-working, efficient, and skilled Cook to prepare delicious food, working alongside our Chefs in the fantastic setting of Fosseway Garden Centre, helping the Head Chef and Sous Chef maintain our impeccable standards and delighting our valued guests.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures, full training will be given. The successful applicant must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Head Chef in controlling stock, minimising wastage, and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure, and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Cook will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

About us

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Cook

Trentham Garden Centre, Staffordshire
Restaurant

We are seeking a hard-working, efficient, and skilled Cook to prepare delicious food, working alongside our Chefs in the fantastic setting of Trentham Garden Centre, helping the Head Chef and Sous Chef maintain our impeccable standards and delighting our valued guests.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures, full training will be given. The successful applicant must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Head Chef in controlling stock, minimising wastage, and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure, and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Cook will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

·About us

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 44 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Catering Assistants

Redfields Home of Garden & Living, Hampshire
Restaurant
Full & Part Time Positions available to suit

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique hospitality experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in food & customer service, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be someone who is passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who will always put our customers first.

You will be working closely with the Front of house team and be responsible for key areas within the restaurant and ensure customers receive outstanding service.

What are we looking for?

We are a growing company with a big heart. We are looking for passionate people with a thirst for knowledge who strive to be the best they can be.

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly to both our guests & their team; as a small team, you will need to be supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure this happens.

Tons of experience is not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know but for this role, we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in customer service
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Cleaning Supervisor

Chenies Garden Nursery & Cafe, Rickmansworth
Cleaning
20-30 hours per week, permanent contract

We are seeking a friendly and motivated individual to join our team as a Cleaner Supervisor at our Chenies Garden Centre. The position is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for maintaining high levels of standards across all customer areas including customer facilities. Cleaning experience would be useful but not essential. This role will involve the use of commercial cleaning machinery.

As a Cleaner Supervisor, you will be responsible for

  • Servicing and cleaning toilet areas including toilets, sinks, and floors, and replenishing customer supplies including toilet rolls and soap.
  • Cleaning shared areas, including all furniture and floors.
  • Maintaining stocks of cleaning materials, ordering from suppliers, and ensuring the cleaning cupboard is kept tidy and well always stocked.
  • Maintaining customer sanitiser stations
  • Clearing and removing rubbish and other items from areas
  • Knowledge of health and safety procedures and COSHH regulations
  • Reporting to the Duty Manager and assisting with any problems that cannot be rectified.
  • Undertaking any other reasonable duties

You should be able to work on your own initiative, have a flexible approach and a high level of attention to detail.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Plant Manager

Le Friquet Home of Garden & Living, Guernsey Channel Islands
Plants
40 hours a week to include weekends

We have an exciting opportunity for a Plant Manager to join the team at our prestigious Le Friquet Garden Centre on Guernsey.

We pride ourselves on not only giving our customers the very best in product quality and choice but also on providing them with an aspirational shopping experience through creating stunning visual displays. They work hard to constantly ensure stock availability, that our high standards of plant care and quality are always maintained and that our customers enjoy exceptional service and specialist advice.

As Plant Manager, you would be responsible for managing and leading your team in pulling all of this vital activity together so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment!

Our ideal Plant Managers will:

  • have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates from any horticultural or Retail background.
  • have an energetic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our AB1 target customers.
  • have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude toward plant retailing.
  • have excellent knowledge of plants, plant care, and maintenance.
  • be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities.
  • be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation, and overall look and feel.
  • have the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • be able to use reports to improve performance.
  • have the ability to manage stock from entry to exit within the centre.
  • be an excellent communicator.
  • be able to use an Epos system.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Houseplant Supervisor

East Bridgford Garden & Home, Nottinghamshire
Houseplants
40 hours per week, Full-time to include alternate weekend working.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in Houseplants and Gardening, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who will always put our customers first.

As Houseplant Supervisor   –  you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General Duties

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products.
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car.
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor walks.
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas.
  • Be able to identify slow-moving stock and action.
  • Understand how to manage the sale area.

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager.
  • Organise the plant team with weekly and daily tasks.
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the BD plant team.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Seasonal Plant Supervisor

Endsleigh Garden Centre, Ivybridge
Seasonal Plants
40 hours per week, Full-time to include alternate weekend working.

40 hours per week, Full-time to include alternate weekend working.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in plants and gardening, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who will always put our customers first.

As Seasonal Plant Supervisor   –  you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General Duties

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products.
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car.
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor walks.
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas.
  • Be able to identify slow-moving stock and action.
  • Understand how to manage the sale area.

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager.
  • Organise the plant team with weekly and daily tasks.
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the BD plant team.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Plant Department Manager

Nailsworth Garden Centre, Nailsworth
Plants
40 Hours per week, Full-Time Position, Alternate weekends

Our Plant Department Managers pride themselves on not only giving our customers the very best in product quality and choice but also on providing them with an aspirational shopping experience through creating stunning visual displays. They work hard to constantly ensure stock availability, that our high standards of plant care and quality are always maintained and that our customers enjoy exceptional service and specialist advice.

As a Plant Department Manager, you would be responsible for managing and leading your team in pulling all of this vital activity together so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment!

Our ideal Plant Department Managers will:

  • have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates from any horticultural or retail background.
  • have an energetic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our AB1 target customers.
  • have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude towards plant retailing.
  • have excellent knowledge of roses, plant care and maintenance.
  • be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities.
  • be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation and overall look and feel.
  • have the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • be able to use reports to improve performance.
  • have the ability to manage stock from entry to exit within the centre.
  • be an excellent communicator.
  • be able to use an Epos system.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Bedding and Indoor Plant Department Manager

East Bridgford Garden & Home, Nottinghamshire
Bedding and Indoor Plants
42.5 Hours per week, Full-Time Position, alternate weekends

Our plant teams pride themselves on not only giving our customers the very best in product quality and choice but also on providing them with an aspirational shopping experience through creating stunning visual displays. They work hard to constantly ensure stock availability, that our high standards of plant care and quality are always maintained and that our customers enjoy exceptional service and specialist advice.

As a Bedding & Indoor Plant Department Manager, you would be responsible for managing and leading your team in pulling all of this vital activity together so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment!

Our ideal Bedding & Indoor Plant Department Managers will:

  • have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates from any horticultural or Retail background
  • have an energetic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our AB1 target customers
  • have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude toward plant retailing
  • have excellent knowledge of plants, plant care, and maintenance
  • be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities
  • be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation, and overall look and feel
  • have the ability to manage and develop a team
  • be able to use reports in order to improve performance
  • have the ability to manage stock from entry to exit within the centre
  • be an excellent communicator
  • be able to use an Epos system

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Outdoor Leisure and Christmas Supervisor

Cadbury Garden Centre, Congresbury
Outdoor Leisure & Christmas
40 hours week, working alternate weekends

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in Outdoor Leisure & Christmas, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be someone who is passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

As an Outdoor Leisure & Christmas Supervisor, you will be responsible for a list of product groups and or suppliers that you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General duties

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to car
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor-walks
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas
  • Be able to identify slow moving stock and action

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager
  • Organise the Outdoor Leisure & Christmas team with weekly and daily tasks
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the Outdoor Leisure & Christmas HO team.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Hardy Plant Supervisor

Cardiff Garden Centre, Cardiff
Hardy Plants
40 hours per week, Full-time to include alternate weekend working.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in plants and gardening, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who will always put our customers first.

As Hardy Plant Supervisor   –  you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General Duties

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products.
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car.
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor walks.
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas.
  • Be able to identify slow-moving stock and action.
  • Understand how to manage the sale area.

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager.
  • Organise the plant team with weekly and daily tasks.
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the BD plant team.

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Food Hall General Assistant

Fosseway Garden Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Food Hall
Part Time up to 12 hours per week, to include weekend working

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in food and customer service, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be someone who is passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

What are we looking for?

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly and supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure this happens.

Ideally you will come from a food retail background, but this is not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know but for this role we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in customer service
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

 

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Fashion Retail Assistant

Fosseway Garden Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Fashion
Part-Time Position available, 20hrs week to include weekends.

We are actively looking to recruit an experienced Fashion Retail Assistant for our Fashion Department in Fosseway Garden Centre.    

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in Fashion, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be someone who is passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

As a Fashion Retail Assistant, you will be responsible for

  • Maintaining and ensuring the Fashion Department is immaculately always presented and stock is replenished as required
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor-walks
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas
  • Using the EPOS system

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Gardening Department General Assistant

Fosseway Garden Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Gardening
20 hours a week, alternate weekend working

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional and unique retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in Gardening, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be someone who is passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who would always put our customers first.

As a Garden Department General Assistant, you will be responsible for.

  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor-walks
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas

 

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Seasonal Plant Department Manager

Harlow Garden Centre, Harlow
Seasonal Plants
42.5 Hours per week, Full-Time Position, alternate weekends

Our plant teams pride themselves on not only giving our customers the very best in product quality and choice but also on providing them with an aspirational shopping experience through creating stunning visual displays. They work hard to constantly ensure stock availability, that our high standards of plant care and quality are always maintained and that our customers enjoy exceptional service and specialist advice.

As Seasonal Plant Department Manager, you would be responsible for managing and leading your team in pulling all of this vital activity together so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment!

Our ideal Seasonal Plant Department Managers will:

  • have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates from any horticultural or Retail background
  • have an energetic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our AB1 target customers
  • have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude toward plant retailing
  • have excellent knowledge of plants, plant care, and maintenance
  • be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities
  • be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation, and overall look and feel
  • have the ability to manage and develop a team
  • be able to use reports to improve performance
  • have the ability to manage stock from entry to exit within the centre
  • be an excellent communicator
  • be able to use an Epos system

 

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Chef

Waterside Cafe at Nailsworth, Nailsworth
Restaurant
Full/Part-Time Position

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Chef with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Nailsworth Garden Centre.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Chef must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Restaurant Manager in controlling stock, minimising wastage and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Chef will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

Who are we?

Blue Diamond Group is the UK's largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfields.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Hardy Plant Department Manager

Blackdown Garden Centre, Somerset
Hardy Plants
40 Hours per week, Full-Time Position, Alternate weekends

Our Hardy Plant Department Managers pride themselves on not only giving our customers the very best in product quality and choice but also on providing them with an aspirational shopping experience through creating stunning visual displays. They work hard to constantly ensure stock availability, that our high standards of plant care and quality are always maintained and that our customers enjoy exceptional service and specialist advice.

As a Hardy Plant Department Manager, you would be responsible for managing and leading your team in pulling all of this vital activity together so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment!

Our ideal Hardy Plant Department Managers will:

  • have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates from any horticultural or retail background.
  • have an energetic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our AB1 target customers.
  • have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude towards plant retailing.
  • have excellent knowledge of roses, plant care and maintenance.
  • be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities.
  • be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation and overall look and feel.
  • have the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • be able to use reports to improve performance.
  • have the ability to manage stock from entry to exit within the centre.
  • be an excellent communicator.
  • be able to use an Epos system.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Chef De Partie

Café Théâtre, Redfields, Hampshire
Restaurant
40 Hours week

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Chef De Partie with a can-do attitude for our kitchen at Redfields Garden Centre.

We would love you to have previous experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of food and kitchen procedures with the ability to be able to manage the back-of-house team. The successful Chef De Partie must be self-motivated, quality-driven, and keen to learn and develop.

Salary will be dependent on experience, but you can expect your role to be varied and rewarding. There are great opportunities to develop and progress your career within the Blue Diamond Group. In addition, there is a generous staff discount and paid holiday.

Hours of work will be based on a 40-hour week working 5 days out of 7.

No evening shifts and the perfect working/family balance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To deliver a consistent quality of a high standard for the restaurant.

· To provide our customers with exceptional customer service

· Assist the Restaurant Manager in controlling stock, minimising wastage and working within the budget.

· Providing a safe, secure and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the company’s Health & Safety policies

The successful Chef De Partie will:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a team

· Have a good eye for detail

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Plant Area Supervisor

Canterbury Chartham Garden Centre, Canterbury
Hardy & Seasonal Plant Department
40 hours per week, Full-time to include alternate weekend working.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in plants and gardening, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who will always put our customers first.

As Plant Area Supervisor   –  you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General Duties

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products.
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car.
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor walks.
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas.
  • Be able to identify slow-moving stock and action.
  • Understand how to manage the sale area.

 

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager.
  • Organise the plant team with weekly and daily tasks.
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the BD plant team.

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Food Department Supervisor

Trentham Garden Centre, Staffordshire
Food
42.5 hours per week, Full Time including alternate weekends.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in Food, as well as a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

As a Food Department Supervisor, you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General Duties

 

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products.
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping.
  • Using the EPOS system.
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager.
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor walks.
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas.
  • Be able to identify slow-moving stock and action.

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager.
  • Organise the team with weekly and daily tasks.
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the Food Buying team.

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Front of House Supervisor

Rake Garden Centre, Rake
Restaurant & Cafe
Part-Time 24 hours to include weekend working

We now have a part-time position for a Front of House Supervisor to join the team at our Rake Garden Centre Restaurant in Hampshire. With the full support of a great management team, you will become an asset to help drive great customer service.

If you are ambitious and take pride in your work, then this could be the perfect role for you.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· Assist the manager in providing the restaurant team with the appropriate beverage training, tools and resources for the job, enabling them to deliver an exceptional food and drink experience to high standards

· To promote sales through superior service at every opportunity

· To help control stock management and work within the budget provided for the department, spending money wisely to support the team and guest experience

· Work with the manager to ensure that we provide the right team at the right place at the right time

· Providing a safe, secure and appealing food and beverage environment by adhering to the Company's Health & Safety policies

Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate must:

· Be able to work unsupervised and work well within a small team

· Have a good eye for detail

· Have a minimum of 1 year’s industry experience showing a Steady Career History and progression

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Goods In Manager

Tunbridge Wells Garden Centre, Kent
40 Hours per week, Monday-Friday

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Goods In Manager for a 6-month temporary contract to lead and continually develop our busy warehouse team at Tunbridge Wells Garden Centre.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Goods In Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing our smooth and efficient processes for all incoming stock, inter-branch transfers, stock returns and the upkeep and overall appearance of the yard and stock storage areas.  You will work with your team to ensure that all stock is received and despatched on our systems accurately to enable an accurate stock file and any errors are identified and resolved with suppliers as quickly as possible. You will carry out any required training of your team to ensure that any mistakes that occur will not occur in the future.

Communication is a key part of this role; you will be working alongside the other Department Managers and the GCOM (centre manager) to ensure that deliveries are processed in accordance with stock requirements and all stock is transferred onto the shop floor as efficiently and effectively as possible.

ABOUT YOU

To be a successful Good In Manager with the Blue Diamond Group you will:

  • Have a strong eye for detail and be able to work with a very high level of accuracy
  • Have experience of working in a busy incoming goods environment, ideally within retail
  • Be flexible in your approach to dealing with high levels of incoming deliveries with respect to extra hours required during the week and the weekend if required
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Have outstanding organisational skills to ensure efficiency in your team’s processing of deliveries and in maintaining an organised goods in area
  • Be able to work well under pressure
  • Be approachable
  • Have excellent prioritisation skills
  • Enjoy and be good at problem-solving
  • Have experience of supervising or managing a small team
  • Be a good team player and focused on consistently meeting deadlines
  • Have a good working knowledge of standard IT applications, specifically Microsoft Excel
  • Ideally have experience of working with a computerised stock management system, using handheld devices to scan barcodes on goods
  • Ideally have a forklift licence.

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE BLUE DIAMOND GROUP

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing.  Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards.  

We hold a profitable, prominent position within the garden centre industry priding ourselves on our inspirational approach to retailing which gives us a creative point of difference in the market.  Our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers.

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Gardening Department Manager

Fermoy's Garden Centre, Devon
Gardening Department
40 hours per week, full time, including alternate weekend working

We are now seeking a driven and highly motivated individual to join our team as the Gardening Department Manager.

About the Role

Driving profit is always paramount and our Gardening Department Managers are empowered to run their departments with a real sense of ownership.

The role is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for maintaining high levels of customer service and being meticulous in detail in terms of product placement, standards and presentation. You should be able to work on your own initiative, have a flexible approach as well as have a good eye for detail.

As a Gardening Department Manager, you will be responsible for managing and leading your team, so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. We pride ourselves on giving our customers the very best product knowledge, quality and choice, and creating an aspirational shopping experience through stunning visual displays. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment.

About You

Our ideal Gardening Department Manager will:

  • Have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates with previous retail management experience from any pet or retail background
  • Have an energetic personality and ability to engage and connect with our AB1 target customers and lead all our customers to products that are most appropriate for their requirements increasing add-on sales
  • Have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude towards retailing
  • Have a good knowledge of gardening.
  • Be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities
  • Be meticulous in detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation and overall look and feel
  • Be an inspirational leader for centre staff ensuring they receive clear direction and performance management within a culture of coaching and mentoring
  • Be able to use reports to improve performance
  • Ensure stock availability and manage stock from entry to exit within the centre
  • Positive and strong communicator and a skilled motivational people manager
  • Be able to use an Epos system

 

In return, you can expect an Industry-leading salary as well as the opportunity to develop and grow your career to the next level.

ABOUT BLUE DIAMOND GROUP

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business, which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you.

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Gardening Department Manager

Orchard Park Garden Centre, Dorset
Garden Department
40 hours per week, full-time time including alternate weekends

We are now seeking a driven and highly motivated individual to join our team as the Gardening Department Manager.

About the Role

Driving profit is always paramount and our Gardening Department Managers are empowered to run their departments with a real sense of ownership.

The role is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for maintaining high levels of customer service and be meticulous to detail in terms of product placement, standards and presentation. You should be able to work on your own initiative, have a flexible approach as well as having a good eye for detail.

As a Gardening Department Manager, you will be responsible for managing and leading your team, so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. We pride ourselves on giving our customers the very best product knowledge, quality and choice, and creating an aspirational shopping experience through stunning visual displays. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment.

About You

Our ideal Gardening Department Manager will:

  • Have experience of working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates with previous retail management experience from any pet or retail background
  • Have an energetic personality and ability to engage and connect with our AB1 target customers and lead all our customers to products that are most appropriate for their requirements increasing add-on sales
  • Have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude towards retailing
  • Have a good knowledge of gardening.
  • Be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities
  • Be meticulous in detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation and overall look and feel
  • Be an inspirational leader for centre staff ensuring they receive clear direction and performance management within a culture of coaching and mentoring
  • Be able to use reports to improve performance
  • Ensure stock availability and manage stock from entry to exit within the centre
  • Positive and strong communicator and a skilled motivational people manager
  • Be able to use an Epos system

 

In return, you can expect an Industry-leading salary as well as the opportunity to develop and grow your career to the next level.

ABOUT BLUE DIAMOND GROUP

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over 350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

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Goods In Manager

Orchard Park Garden Centre, Dorset
Goods In
40 Hours per week, Full Time/Permanent Position Monday-Friday

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Goods In Manager for our busy Orchard Park Garden Centre.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Goods In Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing our smooth and efficient processes for all incoming stock, inter-branch transfers, stock returns and the upkeep and overall appearance of the yard and stock storage areas.  You will work with your team to ensure that all stock is received and despatched on our systems accurately to enable an accurate stock file and any errors are identified and resolved with suppliers as quickly as possible. You will carry out any required training of your team to ensure that any mistakes that occur will not occur in the future.

Communication is a key part of this role; you will be working alongside the other Department Managers and the GCOM (centre manager) to ensure that deliveries are processed in accordance with stock requirements and all stock is transferred onto the shop floor as efficiently and effectively as possible.

ABOUT YOU

To be a successful Good In Manager with the Blue Diamond Group you will:

  • Have a strong eye for detail and be able to work with a very high level of accuracy
  • Have experience of working in a busy incoming goods environment, ideally within retail
  • Be flexible in your approach to dealing with high level of incoming deliveries in respect to extra hours required during the week and the weekend if required
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Have outstanding organisational skills to ensure efficiency in your team’s processing of deliveries and in maintaining an organised goods in area
  • Be able to work well under pressure
  • Be approachable
  • Have excellent prioritisation skills
  • Enjoy and be good at problem solving
  • Have experience of supervising or managing a small team
  • Be a good team player and focused on consistently meeting deadlines
  • Have a good working knowledge of standard IT applications, specifically Microsoft Excel
  • Ideally have experience of working with a computerised stock management system, using handheld devices to scan barcodes on goods
  • Ideally have a fork lift licence or a willingness to obtain one

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing.  Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards.  

We hold a profitable, prominent position within the garden centre industry priding ourselves on our inspirational approach to retailing which gives us a creative point of difference in the market.  Our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers.

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Plant Area General Assistant

Worcester Garden Centre, Worcester
Hardy & Seasonal Plant Department
40 hours per week, including alternate weekends

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in plants and gardening, as well as a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so therefore you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

As a Plant Area Assistant, you will be responsible for

  • Maintaining and watering all plants
  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor-walks
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas

As well as a rewarding career with potential for career development, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive staff discount and paid holidays.

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

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Weekend Till Assistants

Cardiff Garden Centre, Cardiff
Tills & Customer Service
8-12 hours per week, every weekend, September - December 2024.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in customer service, as well as a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be, polite and outgoing, and someone who would always put our customers first.

 

As a Till & Customer Service General Assistant, you will be responsible for

 

Key accountabilities/primary responsibilities

Engaging openly with our customers with an energetic and can-do attitude

Ensuring customers are served in a timely and polite manner

Being able to provide exemplary and friendly customer service to all our customers

Helping our customers with any queries they have and promoting the Diamond Club membership

Organising customer deliveries

Any other duties required by your Line Manager

You should be able to work on your initiative, under pressure and at a fast pace in a team or individually and have a degree of flexibility.

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

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Kitchen Porter

Cafe Van Hage, Great Amwell, Ware
Restaurant & Cafe
Part-Time, 16 hours weekends only Permanent Position

 

We are excited to be hiring a Kitchen Porter to join our Blue Diamond family and take responsibility for the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen area while following all sanitary and health-related protocols. You will be working closely with the kitchen team and be responsible for everything from ensuring all crockery cutlery is cleaned and polished to a high standard, collecting and washing up pots, pans, and utensils, and making sure the chefs always have what they need.

What are we looking for?

We are a growing company with a big heart. We are looking for passionate people with a thirst for knowledge who strive to be the best they can be. People who genuinely care in ensuring every guest has an amazing time and can’t wait to come back!

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly to both our guests & their team; as a small team, you will need to be supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure that this happens.

Tons of experience is not essential as we’ll teach you everything you need to know but for a Kitchen Porter role we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in kitchen work
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

 

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

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Catering Assistants

Cafe Van Hage, Great Amwell, Ware
Restaurant & Cafe
Part-Time 18 hours per week, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Permanent position

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional hospitality experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional, and friendly with a genuine interest in food & customer service, as well as having a good eye for detail.

Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who will always put our customers first.

You will be working closely with the Front of house team and be responsible for key areas within the restaurant and ensuring customers receive outstanding service.

What are we looking for?

We are a growing company with a big heart. We are looking for passionate people with a thirst for knowledge who strive to be the best they can be.

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly to both our guests & their team; as a small team, you will need to be supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure this happens.

Tons of experience is not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know but for this role, we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in customer service
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

 

In return, we offer a competitive salary as well as the opportunity to develop and grow your career to the next level and most importantly ensure you are happy, as a much-valued member of the Blue Diamond family.

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Catering Assistants

Cafe Van Hage, Great Amwell, Ware
Restaurant & Cafe
Part-time, weekends, Temporary position September – December.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional hospitality experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional, and friendly with a genuine interest in food & customer service, as well as having a good eye for detail.

Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing, and someone who will always put our customers first.

You will be working closely with the Front of house team and be responsible for key areas within the restaurant and ensuring customers receive outstanding service.

What are we looking for?

We are a growing company with a big heart. We are looking for passionate people with a thirst for knowledge who strive to be the best they can be.

We have high standards of quality and service and expect everyone to be friendly to both our guests & their team; as a small team, you will need to be supportive and flexible to play your part in making sure this happens.

Tons of experience is not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know but for this role, we are looking for:

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Health and Safety regulations awareness as well as knowledge of hygiene
  • Interest in customer service
  • Positive attitude to work and cooperate closely with other team members

 

In return, we offer a competitive salary as well as the opportunity to develop and grow your career to the next level and most importantly ensure you are happy, as a much-valued member of the Blue Diamond family.

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Seasonal Plant Department Manager

Chenies Garden Nursery & Cafe, Rickmansworth
Bedding Plant Department
42.5 Hours per week, Full-Time Position, alternate weekends

Our plant teams pride themselves on not only giving our customers the very best in product quality and choice but also on providing them with an aspirational shopping experience through creating stunning visual displays. They work hard to constantly ensure stock availability, that our high standards of plant care and quality are always maintained and that our customers enjoy exceptional service and specialist advice.

As a Seasonal Plant Department Manager, you will be responsible for managing and leading your team in pulling all of this vital activity together so that our customers have a truly unique and memorable shopping experience. Your focus will always be on the customer and meeting their expectations, but you will also have responsibility for driving sales and profitability – so you will have a real sense of ownership and empowerment!

Our ideal Seasonal Plant Department Managers will:

  • have experience working in Garden Centres, although we are open to talking to candidates from any horticultural or Retail background
  • have an energetic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our AB1 target customers
  • have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude toward plant retailing
  • have excellent knowledge of plants, plant care, and maintenance
  • be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities
  • be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation, and overall look and feel
  • have the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • be able to use reports to improve performance.
  • have the ability to manage stock from entry to exit within the centre.
  • be an excellent communicator
  • be able to use an Epos system

ABOUT BLUE DIAMOND GROUP

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business, which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Gardening Department General Assistant

Chenies Garden Nursery & Cafe, Rickmansworth
Garden Department
Full & Part-time positions available, will include alternate weekend working

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in Gardening, as well as having a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who will always put our customers first.

As a Garden Department General Assistant, you will be responsible for.

 

  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor-walks
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas

Blue Diamond Group is the second largest Garden Centre Group, turning over £350m per annum with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Seasonal Plant Supervisor

Endsleigh Garden Centre, Ivybridge
Bedding Plant Department
40 hours per week, Full-time to include alternate weekend working.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and on delivering an exceptional retail experience. As the ideal candidate, you will be immaculately presented, professional and friendly with a genuine interest in plants and gardening, as well as a good eye for detail. Our customers are our main priority, so, therefore, you will be passionate about customer service, polite and outgoing and someone who will always put our customers first.

As Seasonal Plant Supervisor   –  you will be responsible for

  • Ordering
  • Checking performance reports
  • Merchandising and stock exit plans
  • POS material is right in your areas
  • Responsible for the retail standards in your area

General Duties

  • Creating visual and inspirational displays to help sell products.
  • General shop floor maintenance and housekeeping
  • Assisting customers with advice and carry to the car.
  • Using the EPOS system
  • Merchandising stock and any other duties required by the Department Manager
  • Follow guidelines on action points following reports and floor walks.
  • Print and put out POS material in the relevant areas.
  • Be able to identify slow-moving stock and action.
  • Understand how to manage the sale area.

 

Deputy Duties

  • Deputise for the Department Manager during holidays and days off.
  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the CREM or CAT Manager.
  • Organise the plant team with weekly and daily tasks.
  • Update the team on instructions and guidelines from the BD plant team.

Blue Diamond Group is the 2nd largest Garden Centre Group, with 45 centres throughout the UK and in the Channel Islands and we are continuously growing. Our centres are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and we have won many retail and restaurant awards. Our extensive refurbishment programme ensures that our centres and restaurants offer style and innovation in an aspirational environment which encourages loyalty and satisfaction from our customers. We invite you to look at our website and view pictures and videos of recent developments such as East Bridgford and Redfield’s.

If you like the sound of a fantastic fast-growing company with a great heritage and want to make a positive contribution to a business which in return helps all employees to maximise their full potential, then we would like to hear from you!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY