Our Facilities team works hard to ensure that every guest visiting Woodrow has a safe and memorable visit. You will be working alongside the wider team to maintain all buildings, including our Grade II listed Manor House and Leisure Centre, and the outside grounds and activity areas, to ensure the site is welcoming, tidy and safe for all. You will assist the Facilities Manager in ensuring we remain compliant with relevant Health & Safety legislation; and will be involved in various duties that contribute to the wider success of the Centre and London Youth. What you will be doing The Facilities Assistant provides logistical and maintenance support for the Woodrow estate and holds the following core responsibilities. This is not intended as an exhaustive list, and the job may change over time to reflect the changing needs of our centre, as well as the personal development needs of the post holder. Grounds upkeep: General upkeep of the 26-acre estate grounds e.g. pruning, mowing, planting, tidying gardens. Keeping grounds, paths and hard surfaces safe and free of ice, snow, leaves, weeds, etc. Maintaining the 3G astro pitch, cycle circuit and outdoor activity areas. Building maintenance: Undertake day-to-day minor repairs, e.g. patching, painting, leaky taps, hinges, caulking, etc. Undertake cyclical / seasonal jobs e.g. clearing gutters, drains, drain gratings, etc. Support with biomass boiler maintenance and receive woodchip deliveries. Support with basic utilities issues as they arise, e.g. heating, plumbing, electrical, etc. Health and safety: Undertake routine safety/compliance checks of all facilities including, among other things, legionella temperature aduits, emergency equipment inspections and tests, etc. Support the FM with risk assessments and work procedures relevant to the role. Maintain accurate records of all work carried out using systems in place for auditing. General duties: Basic joinery, carpentry and build projects done in house, under direction of the FM. Supervise outside contractors to ensure all jobs are carried out to agreed standards. Supervise corporate volunteer groups who support us with gardening or build projects. Support with setup and occasional on-the-day attendance at various events. Undertake other duties as reasonably requested by London Youth's management that ensure the ongoing success of the charity and delivery of excellent customer experiences. What you bring to the role Experience, Knowledge & Skills We do not expect candidates to have expertise in all areas, but at a minimum experience of minor buildings repairs and maintenance and groundskeeping work is essential to this role. Training will be provided to address some gaps where necessary and relevant. Experience with grounds maintenance including tree and lawn care, gardening, etc. Experience of maintenance in heating, plumbing, electrical systems. Demonstrable good practical DIY skills, including decorating, joinery, carpentry, repairs, etc. Experience using power and maintenance tools, including small tractor with mower, jigsaws, strimmers, etc. Demonstrable understanding of Health & Safety regulations relevant to this type of role; the importance of compliance, evidencing and contributing to this. Hold a good level of fitness and able to work outside in variable weather conditions. Experience of conducting regular compliance checks, recording and reporting on them. Able to use digital systems for record keeping, including Microsoft Office and various apps. A current driving licence (tractor experience is also desirable). Qualifications in the use of a chainsaw, power tools, tractor driving, pool plant are desirable. Attributes and Behaviours Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys getting things done. Customer centric mindset and a firm commitment to customer excellence and safety. Able to quickly establish a rapport and build effective relationships with a wide range of people. Composed demeanor and calm under pressure, able to dynamically prioritse and problem solve. Keen attention to detail, following procedures and recording actions reliably and consistently. Able to work independently, demonstrating proactivity and initiative. Collaborative team player with a willingness to work effectively with others. Self-motivated with a positive attitude, growth mindset and keen willingness to develop. Willing to both give and receive direction from others. Impeccable work ethic with a practical, flexible, and dynamic approach to work. Absolute commitment ot London Youth's principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. You will be able to demonstrate our values of being: Ambitious Collaborative Inclusive Accountable Why work at Woodrow High House Health Care Cash Plan to help cover your healthcare essentials. Free access for you and your family to the Employee Assistance Programme. Free onsite parking. Branded quality uniform provided. Free access to the 'Headspace' app for you and your family. Free access to the Charity Mentoring Network, as a mentee or mentor. Free tea and coffee available in the 'Tea & Coffee Bar'. Free meals provided whilst on duty when the kitchen is serving young people in residence. Magnificent location on a historic estate, surrounded by nature. Cycle to Work scheme. You'll be working with a fantastic team of passionate colleagues across London Youth. An outstanding culture and ethos where staff and visitors enjoy, challenge, and achieve. Occasional supply of sweet - sometimes savoury - always yummy - treats are guaranteed. You will be making a difference to the lives of young people!
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Our Facilities team works hard to ensure that every guest visiting Woodrow has a safe and memorable visit. You will be working alongside the wider team to maintain all buildings, including our Grade II listed Manor House and Leisure Centre, and the outside grounds and activity areas, to ensure the site is welcoming, tidy and safe for all. You will assist the Facilities Manager in ensuring we remain compliant with relevant Health & Safety legislation; and will be involved in various duties that contribute to the wider success of the Centre and London Youth. What you will be doing The Facilities Assistant provides logistical and maintenance support for the Woodrow estate and holds the following core responsibilities. This is not intended as an exhaustive list, and the job may change over time to reflect the changing needs of our centre, as well as the personal development needs of the post holder. Grounds upkeep: General upkeep of the 26-acre estate grounds e.g. pruning, mowing, planting, tidying gardens. Keeping grounds, paths and hard surfaces safe and free of ice, snow, leaves, weeds, etc. Maintaining the 3G astro pitch, cycle circuit and outdoor activity areas. Building maintenance: Undertake day-to-day minor repairs, e.g. patching, painting, leaky taps, hinges, caulking, etc. Undertake cyclical / seasonal jobs e.g. clearing gutters, drains, drain gratings, etc. Support with biomass boiler maintenance and receive woodchip deliveries. Support with basic utilities issues as they arise, e.g. heating, plumbing, electrical, etc. Health and safety: Undertake routine safety/compliance checks of all facilities including, among other things, legionella temperature aduits, emergency equipment inspections and tests, etc. Support the FM with risk assessments and work procedures relevant to the role. Maintain accurate records of all work carried out using systems in place for auditing. General duties: Basic joinery, carpentry and build projects done in house, under direction of the FM. Supervise outside contractors to ensure all jobs are carried out to agreed standards. Supervise corporate volunteer groups who support us with gardening or build projects. Support with setup and occasional on-the-day attendance at various events. Undertake other duties as reasonably requested by London Youth's management that ensure the ongoing success of the charity and delivery of excellent customer experiences. What you bring to the role Experience, Knowledge & Skills We do not expect candidates to have expertise in all areas, but at a minimum experience of minor buildings repairs and maintenance and groundskeeping work is essential to this role. Training will be provided to address some gaps where necessary and relevant. Experience with grounds maintenance including tree and lawn care, gardening, etc. Experience of maintenance in heating, plumbing, electrical systems. Demonstrable good practical DIY skills, including decorating, joinery, carpentry, repairs, etc. Experience using power and maintenance tools, including small tractor with mower, jigsaws, strimmers, etc. Demonstrable understanding of Health & Safety regulations relevant to this type of role; the importance of compliance, evidencing and contributing to this. Hold a good level of fitness and able to work outside in variable weather conditions. Experience of conducting regular compliance checks, recording and reporting on them. Able to use digital systems for record keeping, including Microsoft Office and various apps. A current driving licence (tractor experience is also desirable). Qualifications in the use of a chainsaw, power tools, tractor driving, pool plant are desirable. Attributes and Behaviours Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys getting things done. Customer centric mindset and a firm commitment to customer excellence and safety. Able to quickly establish a rapport and build effective relationships with a wide range of people. Composed demeanor and calm under pressure, able to dynamically prioritse and problem solve. Keen attention to detail, following procedures and recording actions reliably and consistently. Able to work independently, demonstrating proactivity and initiative. Collaborative team player with a willingness to work effectively with others. Self-motivated with a positive attitude, growth mindset and keen willingness to develop. Willing to both give and receive direction from others. Impeccable work ethic with a practical, flexible, and dynamic approach to work. Absolute commitment ot London Youth's principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. You will be able to demonstrate our values of being: Ambitious Collaborative Inclusive Accountable Why work at Woodrow High House Health Care Cash Plan to help cover your healthcare essentials. Free access for you and your family to the Employee Assistance Programme. Free onsite parking. Branded quality uniform provided. Free access to the 'Headspace' app for you and your family. Free access to the Charity Mentoring Network, as a mentee or mentor. Free tea and coffee available in the 'Tea & Coffee Bar'. Free meals provided whilst on duty when the kitchen is serving young people in residence. Magnificent location on a historic estate, surrounded by nature. Cycle to Work scheme. You'll be working with a fantastic team of passionate colleagues across London Youth. An outstanding culture and ethos where staff and visitors enjoy, challenge, and achieve. Occasional supply of sweet - sometimes savoury - always yummy - treats are guaranteed. You will be making a difference to the lives of young people!
Overview Live in accommodation/ Live out allowance Performance based bonus, extra earning potential Access to relevant qualifications Progression opportunity We're looking for an experienced, community-focused General Manager to run The Horn & Trumpet in Stoke-on-Trent. Step inside The Horn & Trumpet, a classic Two Door pub, and you'll discover the best of both worlds. On one side, a lively sports zone with buzzing bar atmosphere, great pints, and all the excitement of live games and classic pub fun. On the other, a spacious family dining section where everyone feels at home, serving proper pub food and good times for all, connected to an L-shaped beer garden and a covered drinking area at the front. Our Two Door pub format is all about balance: the thrill of a great night out and the comfort of your local. It's where friends meet for the match, families gather for dinner, and locals drop in for that friendly pint. With average weekly takings of approximately £17,500, with a 60/40 split towards wet sales. Nestled in a predominantly residential area of Stoke-on-Trent, The Horn & Trumpet serves long-established residents, younger families, and working professionals, with excellent transport links and nearby housing estates. With a loyal customer base and solid regular trade, this pub is a true social hub for the community. We're seeking a hands-on General Manager to build on the pub's reputation and help unlock its full potential. With ambitious AGWS targets of £25k, you'll lead a venue with personality, balancing tradition and innovation, delivering for families, sports fans, and locals alike. As a Two Door General Manager, you'll build teams who know their guests, create welcoming spaces from both sides of the bar, and ensure every visit feels just right. If you're passionate about real pubs, real people, and making a difference in your local community, The Horn & Trumpet could be the perfect next step for you! What you get from us:You'll be joining an award-winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people-led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include: Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes Marston's Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers Access to a pension plan On-site accommodation Award winning training and development Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI-powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people. You might also be interested in these General Manager jobs Benefits As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity. Accommodation The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on-site accommodation. Award winning Named as one of the UK's Top 100 employers and in the pub sector for 2025, in the Financial Times UK's Best Employers list. Bonus Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme. Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work. Long service We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones. Food and drink Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift. All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. An exciting range of high street, online discounts and cash back offers are available for all. All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays. Training and development We're passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms. What hours would I need to work? As the General Manager of your pub, you'll be required to work at peak trading times which involves evenings & weekends, as well as peak trading days such as bank holidays & the festive period. What will be my Salary? Your salary will depend on your experience and the volume of the business that you are interested in. Please see our job adverts to understand the salary on offer for the role that you'd like to apply for or chat to our Talent Acquisition Team for more information. What is my bonus based on? Your quarterly bonus based on sales uplift vs budget, Reputation score & Employee Engagement. Your annual bonus scheme is based on sales & profit performance vs budget.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Overview Live in accommodation/ Live out allowance Performance based bonus, extra earning potential Access to relevant qualifications Progression opportunity We're looking for an experienced, community-focused General Manager to run The Horn & Trumpet in Stoke-on-Trent. Step inside The Horn & Trumpet, a classic Two Door pub, and you'll discover the best of both worlds. On one side, a lively sports zone with buzzing bar atmosphere, great pints, and all the excitement of live games and classic pub fun. On the other, a spacious family dining section where everyone feels at home, serving proper pub food and good times for all, connected to an L-shaped beer garden and a covered drinking area at the front. Our Two Door pub format is all about balance: the thrill of a great night out and the comfort of your local. It's where friends meet for the match, families gather for dinner, and locals drop in for that friendly pint. With average weekly takings of approximately £17,500, with a 60/40 split towards wet sales. Nestled in a predominantly residential area of Stoke-on-Trent, The Horn & Trumpet serves long-established residents, younger families, and working professionals, with excellent transport links and nearby housing estates. With a loyal customer base and solid regular trade, this pub is a true social hub for the community. We're seeking a hands-on General Manager to build on the pub's reputation and help unlock its full potential. With ambitious AGWS targets of £25k, you'll lead a venue with personality, balancing tradition and innovation, delivering for families, sports fans, and locals alike. As a Two Door General Manager, you'll build teams who know their guests, create welcoming spaces from both sides of the bar, and ensure every visit feels just right. If you're passionate about real pubs, real people, and making a difference in your local community, The Horn & Trumpet could be the perfect next step for you! What you get from us:You'll be joining an award-winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people-led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include: Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes Marston's Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers Access to a pension plan On-site accommodation Award winning training and development Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI-powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people. You might also be interested in these General Manager jobs Benefits As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity. Accommodation The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on-site accommodation. Award winning Named as one of the UK's Top 100 employers and in the pub sector for 2025, in the Financial Times UK's Best Employers list. Bonus Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme. Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work. Long service We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones. Food and drink Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift. All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. An exciting range of high street, online discounts and cash back offers are available for all. All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays. Training and development We're passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms. What hours would I need to work? As the General Manager of your pub, you'll be required to work at peak trading times which involves evenings & weekends, as well as peak trading days such as bank holidays & the festive period. What will be my Salary? Your salary will depend on your experience and the volume of the business that you are interested in. Please see our job adverts to understand the salary on offer for the role that you'd like to apply for or chat to our Talent Acquisition Team for more information. What is my bonus based on? Your quarterly bonus based on sales uplift vs budget, Reputation score & Employee Engagement. Your annual bonus scheme is based on sales & profit performance vs budget.
We're looking for a General Manager for a thriving community pub in Kidderminster. Salary up to £42,000 plus bonus and a generous benefits package. Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we're on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Three Crowns & Sugarloaf in Kidderminster and lead the team to success! What you get from us: You'll be joining an award winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include: Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes Employer funded Private Medical Insurance Pension scheme with additional Life Assurance and Group Income Protection cover included Cheers Reward & Recognition Platform (earn points to spend for living and breathing our values and behaviours and access high street retailer discounts) Health Screening Discounts Long Service Awards Gym Discounts 24-hour GP helpline Mortgage Advice and support On-site accommodation Award winning training and development About the pub The Three Crowns & Sugarloaf is a large, well established community pub located on the outskirts of Kidderminster, close to Wolverley and just a short drive from the town centre. It benefits from strong local trade and offers excellent facilities including a spacious garden with a gazebo and a children's play area, making it a popular destination for families and weekend socialising. With a predominantly wet led offer (70/30), the pub delivers solid weekly turnover of around £25k, driven by a strong drinks trade, particularly at weekends. While wet sales are the backbone of the business, there is significant opportunity to grow food sales over time with the right leadership and vision. The pub would thrive under a General Manager who understands wet led operations, while also having the commercial insight to develop the food offer and build deeper connections within the local community. Engaging pub led activities, stronger community involvement and well planned live music events are opportunities to increase footfall. The role also includes a spacious three bedroom flat above the pub, complete with a large lounge, kitchen and bathroom. Have you got what it takes? It's true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you'll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You'll thrive off growing your business and have a 'lead from the front' mentality and passion for nurturing your team. As a General Manager you'll: Care about finding, growing and engaging your team. Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub. Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers. Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth. Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences. Are we right for you? From cosy locals to pub restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What's more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston's atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you'll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you'll find their door is always open. Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you. Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a General Manager for a thriving community pub in Kidderminster. Salary up to £42,000 plus bonus and a generous benefits package. Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we're on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Three Crowns & Sugarloaf in Kidderminster and lead the team to success! What you get from us: You'll be joining an award winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include: Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes Employer funded Private Medical Insurance Pension scheme with additional Life Assurance and Group Income Protection cover included Cheers Reward & Recognition Platform (earn points to spend for living and breathing our values and behaviours and access high street retailer discounts) Health Screening Discounts Long Service Awards Gym Discounts 24-hour GP helpline Mortgage Advice and support On-site accommodation Award winning training and development About the pub The Three Crowns & Sugarloaf is a large, well established community pub located on the outskirts of Kidderminster, close to Wolverley and just a short drive from the town centre. It benefits from strong local trade and offers excellent facilities including a spacious garden with a gazebo and a children's play area, making it a popular destination for families and weekend socialising. With a predominantly wet led offer (70/30), the pub delivers solid weekly turnover of around £25k, driven by a strong drinks trade, particularly at weekends. While wet sales are the backbone of the business, there is significant opportunity to grow food sales over time with the right leadership and vision. The pub would thrive under a General Manager who understands wet led operations, while also having the commercial insight to develop the food offer and build deeper connections within the local community. Engaging pub led activities, stronger community involvement and well planned live music events are opportunities to increase footfall. The role also includes a spacious three bedroom flat above the pub, complete with a large lounge, kitchen and bathroom. Have you got what it takes? It's true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you'll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You'll thrive off growing your business and have a 'lead from the front' mentality and passion for nurturing your team. As a General Manager you'll: Care about finding, growing and engaging your team. Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub. Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers. Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth. Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences. Are we right for you? From cosy locals to pub restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What's more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston's atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you'll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you'll find their door is always open. Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you. Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people.
Are you a retail manager looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to work for a company that will give you the autonomy to showcase your commercial skills? We are looking for an experienced Deputy / Assistant Manager for a store in the Wellingborough area. Our client is one of the fastest growing independent garden centre groups in the UK. They represent the very best in 'value retailing' offering customers constantly changing quality stock at the lowest prices. Their strong heritage of over 30 years in the industry has enabled them to become a dominant player in the market today. As an ideal candidate you will have a real passion for delivering great standards and service. You will need to be a real people person and team player and this combined with your excellent commercial skills will enable you to engage and inspire our team. Key responsibilities for the Deputy Store Manager role: Maximising sales and performance across all KPI s through building a highly engaged and high performing team Have autonomy for the running of the shop floor, planning and implementing promotions as well as building links with the local community Leading from the front with a hands-on approach you will create a truly amazing place to work and shop Ensure the store delivers exceptional standards of merchandising and stock control and a customer experience to inspire all ages As a successful candidate you will be rewarded with: Salary linked to experience 15% staff discount across all brands in the group 5% contributory pension scheme 28 days annual holiday, which increases to 32 days inline with service Extra day off for your birthday Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunities to progress within the group On-site parking If you have retail management or garden centre experience within a fast paced environment and are looking for a new challenge we want to hear from you.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Are you a retail manager looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to work for a company that will give you the autonomy to showcase your commercial skills? We are looking for an experienced Deputy / Assistant Manager for a store in the Wellingborough area. Our client is one of the fastest growing independent garden centre groups in the UK. They represent the very best in 'value retailing' offering customers constantly changing quality stock at the lowest prices. Their strong heritage of over 30 years in the industry has enabled them to become a dominant player in the market today. As an ideal candidate you will have a real passion for delivering great standards and service. You will need to be a real people person and team player and this combined with your excellent commercial skills will enable you to engage and inspire our team. Key responsibilities for the Deputy Store Manager role: Maximising sales and performance across all KPI s through building a highly engaged and high performing team Have autonomy for the running of the shop floor, planning and implementing promotions as well as building links with the local community Leading from the front with a hands-on approach you will create a truly amazing place to work and shop Ensure the store delivers exceptional standards of merchandising and stock control and a customer experience to inspire all ages As a successful candidate you will be rewarded with: Salary linked to experience 15% staff discount across all brands in the group 5% contributory pension scheme 28 days annual holiday, which increases to 32 days inline with service Extra day off for your birthday Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunities to progress within the group On-site parking If you have retail management or garden centre experience within a fast paced environment and are looking for a new challenge we want to hear from you.
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to work with our client as a Funeral Care Centre Assistant in WELWYN GARDEN CITY - Hertfordshire, AL7 4ST Your pay rate and shifts as Funeral Care Centre Assistant Day Shift (09:00 to 17:00), Monday to Friday - £ 12.35 p/h As an advocate of the Funeral Care brand this role is critical in "Helping our clients say their best goodbye" The role is integral behind the scenes as well as supporting Funeral Care operational front-line colleagues to support clients in their time of need. Your role as a Funeral Care Centre Assistant Clean Funeral Care vehicles on a day-to-day basis including polish & wax routine Carry out daily & weekly vehicle checks. Assist in general housekeeping in both public and private areas, report any building and equipment maintenance to a manager. Fully Prepare all types of coffins. Handle floral tributes with care. Reporting to the Care Logistics Management team and responding appropriately to instructions. Ensuring you fully comply with all Health and safety requirements and checks. Although you will not be dealing directly with the deceased, please be mindful you will be in the same environment to where the deceased will be cared for. What you'll do - Being there for each other: Working with other colleagues to promote teamwork to ensure high standards of service delivery. Always maintaining a professional and dignified manner. Ensuring the use of appropriate equipment and approved manual handling techniques are complied with to eliminate the possibility of accident or injury. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Strong communication skills. Being a team player, building and maintaining professional relationships. Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills utilising all available technology, when required. Willingness to learn new skills and approach challenges. Ability to carry out heavy lifting and manual handling from strained positions. Required to always act with discretion and empathy. The ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances What benefits are available as a Care Centre Assistant: Lockers Toilets Smoking Area CTRG are a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Stream. The money management app lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each week, get discounts on your shopping, check your benefits entitlement, and much more. CTRG has partnered up with the Company Shop, which will enable our staff and colleagues the opportunity to access their membership scheme free of charge. You can gain access to discounted food at up to 70% off the recommended retail price. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Apply now to become a Funeral Care Centre Assistant. WELWYN GARDEN CITY - Hertfordshire, AL7 4ST CTRG limited is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 24, 2026
Seasonal
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to work with our client as a Funeral Care Centre Assistant in WELWYN GARDEN CITY - Hertfordshire, AL7 4ST Your pay rate and shifts as Funeral Care Centre Assistant Day Shift (09:00 to 17:00), Monday to Friday - £ 12.35 p/h As an advocate of the Funeral Care brand this role is critical in "Helping our clients say their best goodbye" The role is integral behind the scenes as well as supporting Funeral Care operational front-line colleagues to support clients in their time of need. Your role as a Funeral Care Centre Assistant Clean Funeral Care vehicles on a day-to-day basis including polish & wax routine Carry out daily & weekly vehicle checks. Assist in general housekeeping in both public and private areas, report any building and equipment maintenance to a manager. Fully Prepare all types of coffins. Handle floral tributes with care. Reporting to the Care Logistics Management team and responding appropriately to instructions. Ensuring you fully comply with all Health and safety requirements and checks. Although you will not be dealing directly with the deceased, please be mindful you will be in the same environment to where the deceased will be cared for. What you'll do - Being there for each other: Working with other colleagues to promote teamwork to ensure high standards of service delivery. Always maintaining a professional and dignified manner. Ensuring the use of appropriate equipment and approved manual handling techniques are complied with to eliminate the possibility of accident or injury. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Strong communication skills. Being a team player, building and maintaining professional relationships. Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills utilising all available technology, when required. Willingness to learn new skills and approach challenges. Ability to carry out heavy lifting and manual handling from strained positions. Required to always act with discretion and empathy. The ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances What benefits are available as a Care Centre Assistant: Lockers Toilets Smoking Area CTRG are a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Stream. The money management app lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each week, get discounts on your shopping, check your benefits entitlement, and much more. CTRG has partnered up with the Company Shop, which will enable our staff and colleagues the opportunity to access their membership scheme free of charge. You can gain access to discounted food at up to 70% off the recommended retail price. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Apply now to become a Funeral Care Centre Assistant. WELWYN GARDEN CITY - Hertfordshire, AL7 4ST CTRG limited is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Live in accommodation/ Live out allowance Performance based bonus, extra earning potential Access to relevant qualifications Progression opportunity Livingston EH54 6GA We're looking for a General Manager for a 27 bedroom pub. Salary from 48k plus bonus and a generous benefits package. Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we're on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Chain Runner and lead the team to success! Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes Marston's Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers Access to a pension plan On site accommodation Award winning training and development About the pub The Chain Runner is a fabulous open plan pub with a 27 bedroom hotel. There is a carvery deck to one side of the restaurant with family dining, along with a small bar area and an additional dining space. We also have a large outside garden area that offers as many covers as the inside. On Sundays, we offer a fabulous and very busy Carvery. Set on a very busy shopping and retail park in Livingston, the business is less than 10 minutes from the M8 motorway and under 25 minutes from Edinburgh Airport, with plenty of on site parking. Our focus is on welcoming families for the majority of our dining experiences, while also looking to grow the drinks side of the business - especially as hotel occupancy continues to increase weekly. We are now looking for an experienced General Manager with a proven track record in sales building, strong attention to detail, and a great focus on food quality and delivering a fantastic guest journey. You will need to be a hands on leader who sets the standard through example. Hotel experience is preferred, as it is key to the success of this site. Self motivated and a great team player, you will be joining a strong team both at site and area level. 3 bedroom management accommodation is available. Have you got what it takes? It's true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you'll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You'll thrive off growing your business and have a 'lead from the front' mentality and passion for nurturing your team. As a General Manager you'll: Care about finding, growing and engaging your team. Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub. Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers. Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth. Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences. Are we right for you? From cosy locals to pub restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What's more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston's atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you'll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you'll find their door is always open. Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you. Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people. You might also be interested in these General Manager jobs The benefits As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity. Accommodation The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on site accommodation. Award winning Named as one of the UK's Top 100 employers and in the pub sector for 2025, in the Financial Times UK's Best Employers list. Bonus Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme. Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work. Long service We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones. Food and drink Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift. All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. An exciting range of high street, online discounts and cash back offers are available for all. All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays. Training and development We're passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms. What hours would I need to work? As the General Manager of your pub, you'll be required to work at peak trading times which involves evenings & weekends, as well as peak trading days such as bank holidays & the festive period. What will be my Salary? Your salary will depend on your experience and the volume of the business that you are interested in. Please see our job adverts to understand the salary on offer for the role that you'd like to apply for or chat to our Talent Acquisition Team for more information. What is my bonus based on? Your quarterly bonus based on sales uplift vs budget, Reputation score & Employee Engagement. Your annual bonus scheme is based on sales & profit performance vs budget.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Live in accommodation/ Live out allowance Performance based bonus, extra earning potential Access to relevant qualifications Progression opportunity Livingston EH54 6GA We're looking for a General Manager for a 27 bedroom pub. Salary from 48k plus bonus and a generous benefits package. Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we're on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Chain Runner and lead the team to success! Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes Marston's Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers Access to a pension plan On site accommodation Award winning training and development About the pub The Chain Runner is a fabulous open plan pub with a 27 bedroom hotel. There is a carvery deck to one side of the restaurant with family dining, along with a small bar area and an additional dining space. We also have a large outside garden area that offers as many covers as the inside. On Sundays, we offer a fabulous and very busy Carvery. Set on a very busy shopping and retail park in Livingston, the business is less than 10 minutes from the M8 motorway and under 25 minutes from Edinburgh Airport, with plenty of on site parking. Our focus is on welcoming families for the majority of our dining experiences, while also looking to grow the drinks side of the business - especially as hotel occupancy continues to increase weekly. We are now looking for an experienced General Manager with a proven track record in sales building, strong attention to detail, and a great focus on food quality and delivering a fantastic guest journey. You will need to be a hands on leader who sets the standard through example. Hotel experience is preferred, as it is key to the success of this site. Self motivated and a great team player, you will be joining a strong team both at site and area level. 3 bedroom management accommodation is available. Have you got what it takes? It's true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you'll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You'll thrive off growing your business and have a 'lead from the front' mentality and passion for nurturing your team. As a General Manager you'll: Care about finding, growing and engaging your team. Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub. Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers. Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth. Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences. Are we right for you? From cosy locals to pub restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What's more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston's atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you'll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you'll find their door is always open. Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you. Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people. You might also be interested in these General Manager jobs The benefits As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity. Accommodation The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on site accommodation. Award winning Named as one of the UK's Top 100 employers and in the pub sector for 2025, in the Financial Times UK's Best Employers list. Bonus Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme. Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work. Long service We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones. Food and drink Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift. All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. An exciting range of high street, online discounts and cash back offers are available for all. All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays. Training and development We're passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms. What hours would I need to work? As the General Manager of your pub, you'll be required to work at peak trading times which involves evenings & weekends, as well as peak trading days such as bank holidays & the festive period. What will be my Salary? Your salary will depend on your experience and the volume of the business that you are interested in. Please see our job adverts to understand the salary on offer for the role that you'd like to apply for or chat to our Talent Acquisition Team for more information. What is my bonus based on? Your quarterly bonus based on sales uplift vs budget, Reputation score & Employee Engagement. Your annual bonus scheme is based on sales & profit performance vs budget.
Dogs Trust Company Limited
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Assistant Store Manager (22.5 hours per week) Application Deadline: 28 February 2026 Department: Retail Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Welwyn Garden City Compensation: £14,400 per year (full time equivalent £24,000 per year) + benefits Description Are you an experienced retailer looking for a great place to reach your full potential? We are looking for a commercially minded Assistant Store Manager to support with the management of staff, stock and premises at our charity shop. This is a part time role, working 22.5 hours per week. What does this role do? inspire a team of volunteers to deliver excellent customer service, maintain high levels of shop presentation through effective merchandising, take personal ownership for the performance of the store, working to maximise profits where possible, be instrumental in ensuring your store is a successful hub of the community, working closely with local rehoming centres and representing the Dogs Trust brand. Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 3rd and 4th March 2026. Could this be you? To be successful in this role, you'll need significant retail experience, with the ability to motivate a team, deliver outstanding customer service and drive sales through commercial awareness.
Feb 17, 2026
Full time
Assistant Store Manager (22.5 hours per week) Application Deadline: 28 February 2026 Department: Retail Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Welwyn Garden City Compensation: £14,400 per year (full time equivalent £24,000 per year) + benefits Description Are you an experienced retailer looking for a great place to reach your full potential? We are looking for a commercially minded Assistant Store Manager to support with the management of staff, stock and premises at our charity shop. This is a part time role, working 22.5 hours per week. What does this role do? inspire a team of volunteers to deliver excellent customer service, maintain high levels of shop presentation through effective merchandising, take personal ownership for the performance of the store, working to maximise profits where possible, be instrumental in ensuring your store is a successful hub of the community, working closely with local rehoming centres and representing the Dogs Trust brand. Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 3rd and 4th March 2026. Could this be you? To be successful in this role, you'll need significant retail experience, with the ability to motivate a team, deliver outstanding customer service and drive sales through commercial awareness.
Overview Horticultural Manager Carmarthenshire Salary: £DOE Are you a green-fingered professional who loves the outdoors and wants to be involved with plants? Whether you're currently a horticultural manager or someone with good plant knowledge looking to step into your first management role, this could be the perfect opportunity. About the Business As a leading garden centre, they pride themselves on exceptional customer service and offering a diverse range of high-quality plants and products. Committed to innovation and growth, they create a thriving environment for both customers and team members. What's on Offer On-site car parking and staff discounts for their Garden Centres, Restaurants, and Leisure Park. Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing company. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a busy plant department, driving sales growth and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction. Oversee all aspects of the wider garden centre operation to support the Garden Centre Manager (GCM) and Assistant Garden Centre Manager (AGCM). Manage KPIs, including sales growth, waste, and stock loss, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Mentor and coach team members to foster a motivated, knowledgeable, and high-performing team. Take accountability for team management, including recruitment, training, and performance management. Conduct weekly ordering through web shops to ensure seasonal stock levels are correct. Work flexibly, including weekends, and act as a designated key holder for opening and closing duties. Requirements Proven experience managing a multi-million-pound plant department within a garden centre environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service and sales performance. Flexible availability to work any 5 days out of 7, including weekends, on a 39-hour per week contract. What's Next? If this sounds like a great opportunity, contact Michail at or to discuss the role in more detail. CV or no CV, we can still have a chat. You can also apply directly using the Apply button below.
Feb 15, 2026
Full time
Overview Horticultural Manager Carmarthenshire Salary: £DOE Are you a green-fingered professional who loves the outdoors and wants to be involved with plants? Whether you're currently a horticultural manager or someone with good plant knowledge looking to step into your first management role, this could be the perfect opportunity. About the Business As a leading garden centre, they pride themselves on exceptional customer service and offering a diverse range of high-quality plants and products. Committed to innovation and growth, they create a thriving environment for both customers and team members. What's on Offer On-site car parking and staff discounts for their Garden Centres, Restaurants, and Leisure Park. Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing company. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a busy plant department, driving sales growth and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction. Oversee all aspects of the wider garden centre operation to support the Garden Centre Manager (GCM) and Assistant Garden Centre Manager (AGCM). Manage KPIs, including sales growth, waste, and stock loss, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Mentor and coach team members to foster a motivated, knowledgeable, and high-performing team. Take accountability for team management, including recruitment, training, and performance management. Conduct weekly ordering through web shops to ensure seasonal stock levels are correct. Work flexibly, including weekends, and act as a designated key holder for opening and closing duties. Requirements Proven experience managing a multi-million-pound plant department within a garden centre environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service and sales performance. Flexible availability to work any 5 days out of 7, including weekends, on a 39-hour per week contract. What's Next? If this sounds like a great opportunity, contact Michail at or to discuss the role in more detail. CV or no CV, we can still have a chat. You can also apply directly using the Apply button below.
Horticultural Manager Carmarthenshire Salary: DOE Are you a green-fingered professional who loves the outdoors and wants to be involved with plants? Whether you're currently a horticultural manager or someone with good plant knowledge looking to step into your first management role, this could be the perfect opportunity. About the Business As a leading garden centre, they pride themselves on exceptional customer service and offering a diverse range of high-quality plants and products. Committed to innovation and growth, they create a thriving environment for both customers and team members. What's on Offer On-site car parking and staff discounts for their Garden Centres, Restaurants, and Leisure Park. Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing company. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a busy plant department, driving sales growth and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction. Oversee all aspects of the wider garden centre operation to support the Garden Centre Manager (GCM) and Assistant Garden Centre Manager (AGCM). Manage KPIs, including sales growth, waste, and stock loss, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Mentor and coach team members to foster a motivated, knowledgeable, and high-performing team. Take accountability for team management, including recruitment, training, and performance management. Conduct weekly ordering through web shops to ensure seasonal stock levels are correct. Work flexibly, including weekends, and act as a designated key holder for opening and closing duties. Requirements Proven experience managing a multi-million-pound plant department within a garden centre environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service and sales performance. Flexible availability to work any 5 days out of 7, including weekends, on a 39-hour per week contract. What's Next? If this sounds like a great opportunity, contact Michail at (url removed) or (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail. CV or no CV, we can still have a chat. You can also apply directly using the Apply button below.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Horticultural Manager Carmarthenshire Salary: DOE Are you a green-fingered professional who loves the outdoors and wants to be involved with plants? Whether you're currently a horticultural manager or someone with good plant knowledge looking to step into your first management role, this could be the perfect opportunity. About the Business As a leading garden centre, they pride themselves on exceptional customer service and offering a diverse range of high-quality plants and products. Committed to innovation and growth, they create a thriving environment for both customers and team members. What's on Offer On-site car parking and staff discounts for their Garden Centres, Restaurants, and Leisure Park. Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing company. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a busy plant department, driving sales growth and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction. Oversee all aspects of the wider garden centre operation to support the Garden Centre Manager (GCM) and Assistant Garden Centre Manager (AGCM). Manage KPIs, including sales growth, waste, and stock loss, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Mentor and coach team members to foster a motivated, knowledgeable, and high-performing team. Take accountability for team management, including recruitment, training, and performance management. Conduct weekly ordering through web shops to ensure seasonal stock levels are correct. Work flexibly, including weekends, and act as a designated key holder for opening and closing duties. Requirements Proven experience managing a multi-million-pound plant department within a garden centre environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service and sales performance. Flexible availability to work any 5 days out of 7, including weekends, on a 39-hour per week contract. What's Next? If this sounds like a great opportunity, contact Michail at (url removed) or (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail. CV or no CV, we can still have a chat. You can also apply directly using the Apply button below.
Assistant Garden Centre Manager Location: North Surrey Salary: 32,000 (willing to flex for the right candidate) Hours: 40 / week, alternate weekends This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected garden centre groups as an Assistant Garden Centre Manager, taking a key role in a well-established and busy centre with a strong local customer base. The centre operates with a close-knit team of circa 20 staff across the garden centre and caf , offering a friendly, supportive working environment while remaining commercially focused and fast paced during peak trading periods. This role would suit an experienced garden centre or specialist DIY retail manager who enjoys being hands-on, values autonomy, and wants genuine input into how a centre is run. What you'll be doing: As Assistant Garden Centre Manager, you'll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day trading of the entire centre, working closely with the Garden Centre Manager to ensure smooth operations and strong commercial performance. Direct responsibility for the sundries department, ensuring high standards of merchandising, availability, and sales performance. Overall responsibility for the day-to-day trading of the whole centre, supporting all departments as required. Acting as a keyholder, with responsibility for opening and closing, cashing up, and general operational control. Organising daily workloads and supporting a close knit, friendly team on the shop floor. Stock control and ordering, ensuring the centre remains well stocked and commercially strong. Working with the management team on merchandising, seasonal changes, and centre layout, with flexibility and creativity encouraged. Some responsibility for the caf operation, with an established caf manager in place to run the department day to day. Supporting HR processes and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and company procedures. What they're looking for: Proven retail management experience, ideally within a garden centre environment. Candidates from strong specialist retail or DIY backgrounds will also be considered. A confident, capable retailer who is comfortable taking responsibility for a whole site. A hands-on, people-focused management style with the ability to organise and motivate a team. Strong commercial awareness, with experience in ordering, stock control, and performance analysis. A creative approach to merchandising, with the freedom to bring ideas forward. Why join? Join a highly regarded garden centre group known for being a great employer. Supportive management structure and a positive, team-focused culture. Generous staff discount - up to 30% off products and 50% off restaurant meals. Increasing holiday allowance with length of service. Annual profit-related Christmas bonus. Company pension scheme and Cycle2Work participation. Recognition and reward schemes, birthday perks, and long-service awards. Free onsite parking. Full benefits package available upon request. Apply now To apply, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Assistant Garden Centre Manager Location: North Surrey Salary: 32,000 (willing to flex for the right candidate) Hours: 40 / week, alternate weekends This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected garden centre groups as an Assistant Garden Centre Manager, taking a key role in a well-established and busy centre with a strong local customer base. The centre operates with a close-knit team of circa 20 staff across the garden centre and caf , offering a friendly, supportive working environment while remaining commercially focused and fast paced during peak trading periods. This role would suit an experienced garden centre or specialist DIY retail manager who enjoys being hands-on, values autonomy, and wants genuine input into how a centre is run. What you'll be doing: As Assistant Garden Centre Manager, you'll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day trading of the entire centre, working closely with the Garden Centre Manager to ensure smooth operations and strong commercial performance. Direct responsibility for the sundries department, ensuring high standards of merchandising, availability, and sales performance. Overall responsibility for the day-to-day trading of the whole centre, supporting all departments as required. Acting as a keyholder, with responsibility for opening and closing, cashing up, and general operational control. Organising daily workloads and supporting a close knit, friendly team on the shop floor. Stock control and ordering, ensuring the centre remains well stocked and commercially strong. Working with the management team on merchandising, seasonal changes, and centre layout, with flexibility and creativity encouraged. Some responsibility for the caf operation, with an established caf manager in place to run the department day to day. Supporting HR processes and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and company procedures. What they're looking for: Proven retail management experience, ideally within a garden centre environment. Candidates from strong specialist retail or DIY backgrounds will also be considered. A confident, capable retailer who is comfortable taking responsibility for a whole site. A hands-on, people-focused management style with the ability to organise and motivate a team. Strong commercial awareness, with experience in ordering, stock control, and performance analysis. A creative approach to merchandising, with the freedom to bring ideas forward. Why join? Join a highly regarded garden centre group known for being a great employer. Supportive management structure and a positive, team-focused culture. Generous staff discount - up to 30% off products and 50% off restaurant meals. Increasing holiday allowance with length of service. Annual profit-related Christmas bonus. Company pension scheme and Cycle2Work participation. Recognition and reward schemes, birthday perks, and long-service awards. Free onsite parking. Full benefits package available upon request. Apply now To apply, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
Assistant Garden Centre Manager Location: West Sussex Salary: Recently increased 30,000 - 32,000 Hours: 40 hours/week About the Role We're looking for an Assistant Manager to join a thriving independent garden centre in West Sussex. This is a key leadership position, supporting the Garden Centre Manager and deputising in their absence. You'll oversee the Fertiliser, Feeds, Chemicals, and Houseplants departments, ensuring strong retail standards, great customer service, and smooth day to day operations. We're open to applications from both experienced Managers looking for a new challenge and Supervisor candidates ready to take the next step in their career, but garden centre experience is necessary, or experience in a DIY retail setting at the very least. Key Responsibilities Oversee the Fertilisers, Feeds, Chemicals, and Houseplants departments, ensuring excellent product presentation and stock quality. Lead a small team (around 3 staff off-season, increasing to 6 during peak periods). Support the Garden Centre Manager with daily operations and deputise during their absence. Maintain high standards of merchandising, stock control, and customer experience. Motivate, develop, and lead your team to deliver strong sales and great service. Work closely with other department leads to drive overall centre performance. What We're Looking For Garden Centre Experience: Essential - ideally in a supervisory or assistant management capacity. Experience in a DIY retail environment may also be considered. Leadership: A positive, approachable personality and the ability to blend well with a small, close-knit team. Commercial Awareness: Understanding of retail operations, stock management, and seasonal sales trends. Customer Focus: Friendly and proactive approach to customer service, with good product knowledge. Perks & Benefits Free on-site parking Staff discount after probation 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Workplace pension scheme Supportive and collaborative working environment What's Next? To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) Or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat about the role.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Assistant Garden Centre Manager Location: West Sussex Salary: Recently increased 30,000 - 32,000 Hours: 40 hours/week About the Role We're looking for an Assistant Manager to join a thriving independent garden centre in West Sussex. This is a key leadership position, supporting the Garden Centre Manager and deputising in their absence. You'll oversee the Fertiliser, Feeds, Chemicals, and Houseplants departments, ensuring strong retail standards, great customer service, and smooth day to day operations. We're open to applications from both experienced Managers looking for a new challenge and Supervisor candidates ready to take the next step in their career, but garden centre experience is necessary, or experience in a DIY retail setting at the very least. Key Responsibilities Oversee the Fertilisers, Feeds, Chemicals, and Houseplants departments, ensuring excellent product presentation and stock quality. Lead a small team (around 3 staff off-season, increasing to 6 during peak periods). Support the Garden Centre Manager with daily operations and deputise during their absence. Maintain high standards of merchandising, stock control, and customer experience. Motivate, develop, and lead your team to deliver strong sales and great service. Work closely with other department leads to drive overall centre performance. What We're Looking For Garden Centre Experience: Essential - ideally in a supervisory or assistant management capacity. Experience in a DIY retail environment may also be considered. Leadership: A positive, approachable personality and the ability to blend well with a small, close-knit team. Commercial Awareness: Understanding of retail operations, stock management, and seasonal sales trends. Customer Focus: Friendly and proactive approach to customer service, with good product knowledge. Perks & Benefits Free on-site parking Staff discount after probation 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Workplace pension scheme Supportive and collaborative working environment What's Next? To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) Or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat about the role.
