Job Description

The Role

We are seeking versatile part-time, Pet Department Assistant to carry out a variety of general duties primarily in our pet department.

Your duties will include

Animal care Record keeping duties Assisting customers Processing deliveries and display of products Replenishing stock and pricing using a variety of methods including labels, shelf tickets and signs Till operation General housekeeping

The Candidate

You will be a team player who will be comfortable working with a variety of animals including fish, amphibians, birds, rodents, reptiles and invertebrates. Possessing good communication skills you will help us to retain and grow our loyal customer base by providing first class customer service which sets us apart.

You will have a positive attitude and drive with a natural affinity with team orientation.

Dunbar is a busy garden centre so you must be able to work at pace during peak times and maintain high standards. You will be professional, reliable and a good time-keeper. The role can be physically demanding at times due to the nature of our business and you therefore must be able to deal with the rigours of this type of retail environment including lifting/moving heavy items.

You will be familiar with technology including email and hand held devices, experience of working with an Epos system is preferred but not essential as full training will be given.

We particularly invite you to apply if you have a relevant qualification in animal care.

This is a role for 24/28 hours per week including weekend work.

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexible schedule On-site parking Extra holiday after 1 year service
Schedule:

Day shift

About us

Located just off the A1 in the idyllic seaside town of Dunbar. Purpose built in 2013, this multi-departmental, environmentally friendly garden centre has a real community feel.

The farm shop showcases the best produce from around the area, local artists work shines in the gift department and sustainably sourced plants flourish in the outside plant department.

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time

Pay: Up to 12.76 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person