Careers at Polhill Garden Centre

Join our family-run business and grow your career in a friendly, supportive environment.

Apply now by emailing jobs@polhillcentre.co.uk

Our Mission

At Polhill Garden Centre, we’re more than just a place to shop. We’re a close-knit, family-run business that’s been part of the community since 1964. We offer a variety of career opportunities across retail, hospitality, horticulture, and customer service, with a focus on teamwork, personal growth, and making every visitor’s experience exceptional.

Whether you’re looking for your first job or your next career step, you’ll find a welcoming environment, ongoing training, and the chance to work in one of Kent’s most loved destinations.

Staff Discount

Generous discount across the garden centre and restaurant.

Perkbox Membership

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Training & Development

Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow.

Friendly Team Culture

Join a supportive, welcoming environment.

Current Vacancies

Baker / Coffee Bar Assistant | Novell's Coffee Corner | Part-time | Permanent

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a part time Baker & Coffee Bar Assistant to join our busy and vibrant Coffee Corner. If you're a friendly and enthusiastic individual looking to be part of a supportive team, we could be the perfect fit!

Days and hours of work

8.45am to 5.45pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays

Responsibilities

  • Preparing and serving hot food, sandwiches, pastries, cakes, and scones.
  • Baking cakes and sweet and savoury treats from scratch, following recipes and ensuring consistent quality.
  • Taking customer orders.
  • Ensuring the section is kept clean, safe, and hygienic.
  • Maintaining the highest standards of personal hygiene and appearance.
  • Complying with food hygiene and health & safety legislation at all times.

The ideal candidate will possess

  • Passion for baking and serving great coffee.
  • Possess plenty of energy.
  • Provide outstanding customer service.
  • Flexible, positive and adaptable team player.
  • Ability to listen and follow instructions.

Christmas Elves | Santa's Grotto | Multiple Positions

Polhill Garden Centre is a family-owned business with 60 years of history, built on a deep passion for the gardening sector. Our core values have remained constant over the decades; we take pride in delivering high-quality customer service, fostering growth, and working with passion while supporting each other like family.

At Polhill, our team shares our vision and dedication, and we’re always eager to welcome talented individuals who share our love for the natural world. If you’re looking to join a motivated, friendly, and hard-working team, Polhill might just be the perfect place for you!

The role

Every year Polhill is transformed into a Winter Wonderland, with the Polhill Express making a stop instore and the lights twinkling everywhere you go!

However, it’s the anticipation of the arrival of the big man in red that gets everyone excited, so we are looking for some friendly and festive Elves to help in his popular Grotto.

Being one of our Elves is all about making sure the children have a magical experience, as well as providing great customer service to their parents, family and friends. The ideal candidate will be outgoing, enjoys interacting with children and their families and of course always has a smile on their face!

Your experience

Previous experience of children’s entertainment or theatre/drama experience is preferred but not essential. More importantly you have plenty of Christmas spirit and motivation to make this a memorable experience for everyone.

Days and hours

The Grotto is open on Saturday 8th November, Sunday 9th November, Saturday 15th November, Sunday 16th November, Saturday 22nd November, Sunday 23rd November and then from Thursday the 27th of November it is open every day until Wednesday 24th December. On every Saturday in November, the Grotto opens until 8pm. Once the Grotto is open every day from Thursday the 27th of November, it is open to 8pm on every Friday and Saturday.The hours of work are flexible and can involve working weekdays or weekends.

What we offer

  • Generous staff discounts of up to 25% off products in store
  • Uniform provided relevant to your job role
  • Pension scheme
  • Sociable working hours
  • Full training
  • Free on-site parking

Team Member | Klass | Part-time

We’re looking for a friendly and flexible team member to join our ladies' fashion store!

  • Contract: 8 hours per week (2 x 4-hour shifts) + holiday cover

Duties include:

  • Providing excellent customer service – Creating a welcoming environment and assisting customers with their needs.
  • Operating the till – Handling transactions efficiently and accurately.
  • Assisting customers with their selections – Offering style advice and helping customers find the perfect items.
  • Processing deliveries – Unpacking, tagging, and organising stock to keep the store looking its best.

Perks: Generous staff discount!

If you’re interested, please send your CV and a short cover letter to diane.t.savage@gmail.com or for further information, contact Diane on 01959533608. We’d love to hear from you!