GARDENWORKS is British Columbia’s largest independently owned garden centre company with 10 locations across Vancouver’s lower mainland, Vancouver Island, and South Okanagan.
Join GARDENWORKS and play a key role in cultivating joy and gardens,homes, and communities.
Garden Centre Team Member - Nanaimo
Gardenworks Nanaimo is looking for a knowledgeable and friendly garden enthusiast to join our team. This is a hands-on role working across all departments of the garden centre. If you love plants, enjoy helping people, and thrive in a busy indoor/outdoor retail environment, we'd love to hear from you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Assist guests in finding the right plants and products for their gardens and projects
- Share your plant knowledge to help customers make confident, informed choices
- Maintain department presentation — watering, deadheading, tidying, and stocking
- Operate our point-of-sale system Receive and merchandise incoming product
- Support your team across departments as needed throughout the season
WHAT YOU BRING
- A genuine interest in plants and gardening — you don't need to know everything, but you should love learning
- Some working knowledge of gardening & lifestyle
- A friendly, approachable manner with customers
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, indoor/outdoor retail environment in all weather
- Comfortable with physical tasks — lifting, bending, and being on your feet throughout your shift
- Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
- Previous retail or customer service experience is an asset
AVAILABILITY
This is a part-time position that could lead to full-time. Weekend and holiday availability is required.
Compensation starting at $19.00/hr
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At Gardenworks, we're passionate about plants and people. We offer:
- Option to join our Group Benefits share program for eligible full-time employees (health, dental, vision)
- A generous employee discount to bring home a little beauty of your own
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
- A vibrant, plant-filled workplace that inspires creativity and well-being
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Tell us a bit about your current level of plant knowledge
Experience:
- Retail sales: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
