About Golden Acre Garden Center

As Calgary’s largest gardening destination, Golden Acre has been inspiring generations of gardeners since 1967. Launched originally as a nursery, the company has transformed into a gardener’s mecca carrying almost 40,000 plants and gardening products.
Though one of the largest Home & Garden stores in Canada, Golden Acre is still a locally-owned “mom and pop” store.

Owners Nick and Alfredo are two childhood friends who grew up just moments away from the store. They believe in community stewardship and supporting local and Canadian suppliers. They have assembled a team of industry experts providing the knowledge and selection Calgarians have come to expect from this award winning garden center.

Golden Acre feels most strongly about creating a safe and respectable workplace for everyone. An environment where individuals can be comfortable and feel supported to be the best version of themselves. Our mantra is to welcome, provide knowledge and inspire.
Our staff strive to go above and beyond to ensure that our customers’ experience is always memorable.

While we do the vast majority of our hiring during the spring and summer seasons,
Golden Acre is always looking for skilled individuals year-round. 

We are looking for individuals who have  knowledge of horticulture, gardening and landscaping, experience in retail, and are personable.
If you feel you have these qualifications and what it takes to be a part of our team please send your resume to the email link below. 

Please title the email as: Career Opportunities 
Email: apply@goldenacre.ca  

CAREER OPPORTUNTIES

Garden Centre Associate (Houseplants, Trees and Shrubs or Perennials)

Job Title

Garden Centre Associate (Houseplants, Trees and Shrubs or Perennials)

Category

Sales Advisor

Opening

Golden Acre believes plant people rock!  We are looking for plant experts and horticulturists to join Golden Acre’s Houseplant, Treelot, and Perennial departments.  If that sounds like a good fit, please consider joining our team!

Job Description

Helping customers create their dream garden

Job Duties

  • Advising customers on their plant selections
  • Providing knowledge on gardening best practices
  • Unloading, receiving, and organizing plant shipments
  • Watering and pruning
  • Pest and disease identification and treatment
  • Making inspirational displays
  • Tidying and maintaining cleanliness of department

Characteristics We Like

  • Outgoing and personable
  • Self motivated and independent
  • Courteous and polite
  • Punctual
  • Energetic and confident
  • Enjoy making others happy
  • Good work ethic and physically strong

Attributes We Need

  • Vast experience with either houseplants, trees and shrubs or perennials
  • Strong knowledge of plants, pests, and pathogens
  • Minimum 3 years of garden industry experience
  • Horticultural education an asset
  • Works well in a team atmosphere

About Us

As Calgary’s largest gardening destination, Golden Acre has been inspiring generations of gardeners since 1967. Launched originally as a small nursery, the company has grown into one of the largest home and garden stores in Canada, carrying over 40,000 various plants and gardening products. Regardless of its size, Golden Acre remains a locally owned and family run store.

Owners Nick and Alfredo are two childhood friends who grew up in the neighboring community of Greenview. They strongly believe in community stewardship and the support of local and Canadian owned suppliers. Over the years, they have assembled a team of industry experts to provide the knowledge and experience that Calgarians have come to expect from this award-winning garden center.

The Golden Acre family is passionate about creating a safe and respectable workplace for everyone; an environment where everyone can feel comfortable and secure to work towards being the best version of themselves. Our staff strive to go above and beyond our customers’ expectations to ensure they leave with a memorable experience. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply today.

Golden Acre Mission is to be welcoming, knowledgeable and inspiring.

To Apply:  Email your resume and cover letter to apply@goldenacre.ca . Title your email as “Garden Centre Associate Career Opportunity”.

Landscape Horticulturist

Job Title

Landscape Horticulturist

Category

Gardeners

Opening

Want to have fun, work outside in beautiful gardens?  We are seeking individuals to join our gardening team.

Job Description 

Spring opening, weekly gardening maintenance, and fall closing of residential garden beds

Job Duties

  • Weeding and cultivating of beds
  • Dead heading and light pruning
  • Light planting of potted plants
  • Identifying and treatment of weeds, pests, and pathogens
  • Spring and fall clean up and preparation
  • Interaction and consultation with clients
  • Plant identification
  • Soil amending and fertilizing
  • Ground cover application
  • Edging and shaping of beds
  • Tidying and maintaining cleanliness of jobsite

Characteristics we like:

  • Self motivated and independent
  • Courteous and polite
  • Enjoy working outside in various climates
  • Punctual and good time management
  • Energetic and confident
  • Enjoy making others happy

Attributes we need:

  • Clean drivers abstract
  • Extensive knowledge of plants, pests, and pathogens
  • Minimum 3 years of professional gardening experience
  • Horticultural education required
  • Ability to handle heavy loads and strenuous activities
  • Able to work in inclement weather

About Us

As Calgary’s largest gardening destination, Golden Acre has been inspiring generations of gardeners since 1967. Launched originally as a small nursery, the company has grown into one of the largest home and garden stores in Canada, carrying over 40,000 various plants and gardening products. Regardless of its size, Golden Acre remains a locally owned and family run store.

Owners Nick and Alfredo are two childhood friends who grew up in the neighboring community of Greenview. They strongly believe in community stewardship and the support of local and Canadian owned suppliers. Over the years, they have assembled a team of industry experts to provide the knowledge and experience that Calgarians have come to expect from this award-winning garden center.

The Golden Acre family is passionate about creating a safe and respectable workplace for everyone; an environment where everyone can feel comfortable and secure to work towards being the best version of themselves. Our staff strive to go above and beyond our customers’ expectations to ensure they leave with a memorable experience. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply today.

Golden Acre Mission is to be welcoming, knowledgeable and inspiring.

To Apply:  Email your resume and cover letter to apply@goldenacre.ca . Title your email as “Landscape Horticulturist Career Opportunity” 

Retail Sales Associate (Non-live goods)

Job Title

Retail Sales Associate (Non-live goods)

Category

Sales Advisor

Opening

Golden Acre believes plant people rock!  If you enjoy helping people create their dream garden, please apply today!

Job Description 

Helping customers become successful gardeners by assisting in their selection of the perfect soil, fertilizer, tool, pot, etc…

Job Duties

  • Being available to help customers with their questions
  • Recommending the appropriate soils and fertilizer for their plants
  • Stocking and merchandizing non-live gardening supplies
  • Assisting customers to their vehicle
  • Unloading, receiving, and organizing shipments
  • Tidying and maintaining cleanliness of department

Characteristics we like:

  • Outgoing and personable
  • Self motivated and independent
  • Courteous and polite
  • Punctual
  • Energetic and confident
  • Enjoy making others happy
  • Good work ethic and physically strong

Attributes we need:

  • Knowledge of plants, pests, and pathogens an asset
  • Works well in a team atmosphere

About Us

As Calgary’s largest gardening destination, Golden Acre has been inspiring generations of gardeners since 1967. Launched originally as a small nursery, the company has grown into one of the largest home and garden stores in Canada, carrying over 40,000 various plants and gardening products. Regardless of its size, Golden Acre remains a locally owned and family run store.

Owners Nick and Alfredo are two childhood friends who grew up in the neighboring community of Greenview. They strongly believe in community stewardship and the support of local and Canadian owned suppliers. Over the years, they have assembled a team of industry experts to provide the knowledge and experience that Calgarians have come to expect from this award-winning garden center.

The Golden Acre family is passionate about creating a safe and respectable workplace for everyone; an environment where everyone can feel comfortable and secure to work towards being the best version of themselves. Our staff strive to go above and beyond our customers’ expectations to ensure they leave with a memorable experience. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply today.

Golden Acre Mission is to be welcoming, knowledgeable and inspiring.

To Apply:  Email your resume and cover letter to apply@goldenacre.ca . Title your email as “Retail Sales Associate (Non-live goods) Career Opportunity”.

Sales Associate (Furniture and Home Décor)

Job Title

Sales Associate (Furniture and Home Décor)

Category

Customer Care Associates

Opening

If you have an eye for design and enjoy decorating, we are looking for talented individuals to join our home décor team.  

Job Description 

Assisting customers in their selections of Home Décor and furniture to create their perfect oasis.   

Job Duties

  • Presenting customers with our outdoor furniture lines and selections
  • Assisting with the ideal spatial layout and color selection
  • Guiding customers to select the perfect home décor items and accent pieces
  • Helping customers find that unique gift for someone special
  • Being available to help customers with their questions
  • Restocking and maintaining cleanliness of department

Characteristics we like:

  • Outgoing and personable
  • Self motivated and independent
  • Courteous and polite
  • Punctual
  • Energetic and confident
  • Enjoy making others happy
  • Good work ethic and physically strong

Attributes we need:

  • Strong design sense and understanding of current trends

About Us

As Calgary’s largest gardening destination, Golden Acre has been inspiring generations of gardeners since 1967. Launched originally as a small nursery, the company has grown into one of the largest home and garden stores in Canada, carrying over 40,000 various plants and gardening products. Regardless of its size, Golden Acre remains a locally owned and family run store.

Owners Nick and Alfredo are two childhood friends who grew up in the neighboring community of Greenview. They strongly believe in community stewardship and the support of local and Canadian owned suppliers. Over the years, they have assembled a team of industry experts to provide the knowledge and experience that Calgarians have come to expect from this award-winning garden center.

The Golden Acre family is passionate about creating a safe and respectable workplace for everyone; an environment where everyone can feel comfortable and secure to work towards being the best version of themselves. Our staff strive to go above and beyond our customers’ expectations to ensure they leave with a memorable experience. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply today.

Golden Acre Mission is to be welcoming, knowledgeable and inspiring.

To Apply:  Email your resume and cover letter to apply@goldenacre.ca . Title your email as “Sales Associate (Furniture and Home Décor) Career Opportunity”.