Outdoor Gate Attendant-Spring 2026

Islington Nurseries LTD; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local gardening service in Toronto is looking for a reliable customer service representative. The role involves confirming customer purchases, directing customers, and handling inquiries in an outdoor environment. Ideal candidates should be friendly, detail-oriented, and able to work in changing temperatures. Experience with landscaping materials is beneficial. This position requires standing for long periods and availability on Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable.
• Very friendly with a calm demeanor.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Available to work Saturdays.
• Able to work in changing temperatures (outdoor position).
• Experience with landscaping materials.
• Safety Toe boots are required.

Responsibilities

• Verify customer purchases by confirming items on receipts for purchases and pick-ups.
• Standing and observing posted areas.
• Directing customers.
• Handling parking.
• Dealing with customer inquiries.

Skills

Customer Service focused

Team player

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Verify customer purchases by confirming items on receipts for purchases and pick-ups
• Standing and observing posted areas
• Directing customers
• Handling parking
• Dealing with customer inquiries

Requirements:

• Customer Service focused
• Team player
• Must be reliable
• Very friendly with a calm demeaner
• Able to stand and walk for long periods
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Available to work Saturdays
• Able to work in changing temperatures (outdoor position)
• Experience with landscaping materials
• Safety Toe boots are required
• Forklift experience is an asset