Job Description:
To be able to use a high degree of imagination and creativity to create quality floral arrangements (finished product) that meets the client's expectations within time and budget in a cohesive team environment. This position greatly contributes to the overall reputation and profitability of the business.
Essential Accountabilities:
- Attention to detail and ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment
- Using extensive knowledge of seasonal/exotic flowers and plants to create innovative floral arrangements
- Desire and ability to learn new techniques and styles and execute them in accordance to the company standards
- Using knowledge of vase life and freshness of plants and flowers to control costs
- The ability to replicate a mockup when designing event centerpieces
- Knowledge of various mechanics and ability to adapt to each situation
- The ability, creativity, and experience to execute high quality designs in a timely manner
- Filling orders and revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
- Processing newly arrived florals, which requires knowledge of floral care and handling
- Being flexible, slipping into any role, title, or job position that needs to be temporarily filled
- Cleaning and organizing of work area, coolers
- Be available for set-up and strikes of events.
- Strikes are almost always after regular business hours and are a requirement of this position.
- Answering telephones, taking floral orders, and assisting clients (walk-ins, phone, and internet) when needed
- Preparing paperwork and customer orders that are error free
Other Required Accountabilities:
- Presenting a competent and appropriate professional image when representing the company
- Staying on top of new trends by researching industry magazines and shows
- Developing and growing with the design industry by learning and trying new and improved methods
- Making deliveries when needed
- Communicating completely and clearly what is necessary to complete a job and satisfy the customer
- Other duties as assigned
Competencies Required for Success:
- Positive attitude and a passion for floral design!
- Creativity - Creative mind that thinks outside of the box and isn't afraid to try new designs/techniques.
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
- Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Uses time efficiently.
- Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
- Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
- Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Volunteers readily; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
- Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions.
- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs.
- Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
- Follows instruction; responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
- Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
- Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational goals and values.
- Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Knowledge of floral classifications, color combinations, mechanics and execution, and floral care and handling.
- Knowledge of latest styles, trends, and products.
- A experience, to include use of floral specific products.
- Willingness to share knowledge and techniques with others.
Physical Requirements:
- Standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling, twisting, crouching and kneeling for up to 10 hours a day.
- Lifting up to 35 lbs.
- Working with a variety of sharp hand tools and plants with thorns.
- Able to work in outdoor weather conditions (i.e., outdoors during summer events, winter events).
- Driving a vehicle (personal and company), so must have valid driver’s license (with clean Motor Vehicle Record) and valid insurance.
- Vision abilities – close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and pictures of your floral work. Please, no direct inquiries. Only pre-qualified candidates will be eligible for in-person working interviews to show off your skills!
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to stand, walk, bend, push/pull, twist, crouch, and kneel for up to 10 hours a day?
- Are you able to lift up to 35lbs?
- Are you able to work with a variety of sharp hand tools and plants with thorns?
- Are you able to work in any outdoor weather conditions?
- Do you have a valid driver's license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record and valid vehicle insurance?
- Are you willing to complete a "working" interview? This is an opportunity to show off your skills in real time.
Experience:
- Floral design: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
