become a
gardening consultant
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As one can imagine, extensive knowledge of these types of plants requires years of experience in their growing and caring.
We are looking for knowledgeable, experienced gardeners boasting excellent plant care and customer service skills. The employee would be working on their feet, outside, under the sun, in a fast paced environment.
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The bulk of the job is spent answering staff and customer questions concerning various plants as well as watering and inventory management.
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Bilingualism is not a requirement. ​
Qualifications
You must :
Have excellent knowledge of perennial, bedding, vegetable plants, soil, fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and gardening in general.
Be able to provide customers with exceptional service, advice and solutions related to gardening. Much of the job requires one on one conversations with customers, concerning specific gardening challenges, such as plant illnesses, soil quality, pest and bug control, etc.
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Be willing to work flexible hours, on weekends and evenings, and according to Mother Nature’s mood. St-Léon Gardens is open 7 days a week and very weather dependent.
Be able to work under the sun, while alternating between tending to the customer with extremely friendly customer service, and caring for the quality of the plants.
other li'l details
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We will be contacting candidates selected for an interview via email, so please keep an eye on your spam folder to avoid missing anything. ​
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All selected candidates will be required to attend a mandatory half-day training session in late-April.
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No cover letter is required.
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St. Leon Gardens emphasizes equality and inclusion in its hiring practices. We support diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, and religion.