Garden Centre Retail Assistants in Cork

About the Role

Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork Communities is one of the top 150 Employers in Ireland. Our organisation is deeply embedded in communities and we are one of the largest not-for-profit organisations in Munster. Horizons supports people with an intellectual disability and additional needs such as autism or physical and medical conditions. We empower people to live a life of their choosing, connected and participating in their communities. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) guides our services and we play an important role in the future direction of the sector. We are committed to inclusion and social change. We work to make Cork a more inclusive and diverse place to live, work and learn. The ongoing mission of the organisation is to provide a range of rights-based, person-centered, community-based, self-directed services and supports to enable people to live a life of their choosing. We comply with the standards outlined in The Charities Governance Code, which is developed and monitored by the Charities Regulator.

Horizons is seeking to recruit 2 x part time (fixed term) highly motivated and enthusiastic Garden Centre Retail Assistant. As a Garden Centre Retail Assistant, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance and advice to our customers, utilising your expertise and experience to ensure they receive the best possible care and advice. You will work be surrounded by a vast array of plant species, and will have opportunities to develop your horticultural knowledge and skills. This is a 1 Year Fixed Term position where we are looking for a committed and dedicated individual to join our team.

Requirements

Requirements of the post:

• Provide advice to customers in relation to plants and garden products.
• Assisting with stock management, including ordering, receiving, and organising stock.
• Maintaining a high standard of display and merchandising throughout the garden centre.
• Operating the till and handling cash and card transactions accurately.
• Plant health and care, including watering, pruning, pest control, and disease prevention.
• To be aware of the needs of the people supported by Horizons.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations and guidelines.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Garden Centre Manager.

Essential Criteria:

• A minimum level 5 qualification in a relevant area, a Horticulture qualification would be an advantage.
• Candidates must have up to date work permissions and the legal right to work and reside in Ireland at time of applciation.
• Knowledge of plants and gardening products.
• Exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and ability to multitask effectively
• A friendly, positive, and enthusiastic demeanour.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment.
• Comfortable lifting objects and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and guidelines.

Details

Location: Montenotte, Cork, Ireland

Contract type: Part-time, Fixed-term

Salary: €35,433–€41,696 per year

Closing date: 6 Nov 2026, 22:59

How to Apply

Informal enquiries can be made to [email protected]

Completed application forms must be returned no later than Friday 6th November 2026.