Employment
Hunters Garden Centre is a full-service garden centre specializing in providing quality gardening products to the greater Vancouver area. We have been in business for almost 70 years. We currently have a location in Surrey and a location in Vancouver. At Hunters Garden Centre we provide our customers with personal advice about gardening. We carry trees, shrub, annuals, and perennials as well as soils, fertilizers, pots, and planters to meet all of their gardening needs.
Working at Hunters Garden Centre
Working at our store involves working in a fast-paced environment. Our busiest time of year is during the spring from March to July. Having the ability to multitask and the drive to complete tasks quickly is an asset. Experience working in a garden center is appreciated but not necessary. Having an in-depth knowledge of plants is not required either – you will learn a lot on the job!
Some of the benefits of working for Hunters include:
- Being part of an enthusiastic team
- Working in an outdoor environment
- Flexible working hours
- Discounts on plants and other merchandise
If you are interested in working at one of our stores and have the right attitude, skills, and experience we would be happy to hear from you and review a copy of your resume! We are looking for people who come to work with a positive attitude and are willing to learn on the job. We are willing to train you to help customers find solutions to their problems.
Available Positions
Surrey Store
Due to the seasonal nature of our business, new positions come up throughout the year and we are always open to meeting new friendly faces!
If you are interested in working at our Surrey store, please contact the Store Manager,Vernon Groetchen, at 604-590-2431 or by email.
If you are interested in working at our Vancouver store on West Broadway for a position not listed, please contact the Store Manager, Laura, at 604-733-1534 or by email.
“I love working at Hunters because I enjoy managing the perennial section which involves ordering, organizing and displaying plants. Advising customers on plant selection through the seasons and witnessing the joy plants bring is also rewarding. Overall Hunters Garden Centre has expanded my knowledge and has a great supportive team atmosphere.”
“Working at Hunters has been such a joy. Sharing my enthusiasm for plants with the public has been a lot of fun. I have been working in the field of horticulture for over 10 years and have had lots of different experiences. Working at Hunters Garden Centre has brought a refreshing turn in my career. I still get to work with plants without all of the heavy lifting, which my body appreciates.”
“I have over 15 years of experience in the garden industry and have been working with Hunters Garden Centre for 1 year, in charge of buying perennials and giftware as well as creating displays. I love working at Hunters because of the amazing and supportive staff and being around plants every day.”
