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. This is for 30 hours across 4 days, including weekend work.

Your duties will include:

Animal care Animal handling 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 Some heavy lifting will be required

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.

Berwick 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.

You must have at least a level 2 or higher in animal management.

About Us

Berwick Garden Centre is a family-owned garden centre which first opened its doors to the public in 1983 by the present owner and we now have a group of three centres, each with their own special identity.

Benefits:

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

Day shift
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 12.76 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have at least a level 2 qualification in animal management?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person