Additional Considerations (if any):
At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
Job Description:
Job Title: Floral Clerk
Department: Floral
FLSA: Hourly
Revision Date: 07/2026
About Hy-Vee
At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.
The Role and Why It's Important
At Hy-Vee, our floral department helps customers find the perfect arrangement for every occasion, and our Floral Clerks are a vital part of making those moments special. In this role, you'll assist customers with placing orders, create beginning-level floral designs, keep the department stocked and looking beautiful, and deliver the kind of warm, attentive service that keeps our customers coming back.
Whether you're building a balloon bouquet, sending an FTD order, or helping someone choose the perfect bouquet, your work brings joy to people every single day. If you have a creative spirit, enjoy working with people, and take pride in a job well done, we'd love to have you on our team.
What You'll Do
No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:
Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting every customer with a smile and assisting them with placing floral orders in person or over the phone, including completing all required order paperwork
Prepare, finish, and replenish product including small floral and greenery arrangements, corsages and boutonnieres, roses, carnations, balloon bouquets, bows, and other floral items
Send and retrieve FTD, Teleflora, and computer orders; maintain confidentiality on all orders placed including sender, recipient, order details, and cost
Review floral products for freshness and anticipate daily product needs for the department
Water plants and maintain the overall appearance and cleanliness of the department including coolers, counters, floors, and sinks
Prepare the daily delivery list and deliver orders as needed
Unload trucks, place product in appropriate storage areas, check in product, put product away, and process invoices as needed
Run the department register, receive payment, and make change as applicable
Remove trash in a timely manner and assist with general department upkeep
Answer the phone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call
Follow Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all department and company guidelines
Pitch in with other tasks or special projects as they come up
Your Skills
You don't need extensive experience for this role; we'll provide the training you need to succeed. To hit the ground running, you'll need to be able to:
Bring commitment to Hy-Vee's mission and a genuine passion for helping customers
Solve practical problems and follow instructions carefully in a fast-paced environment
Apply math skills including fractions, decimals, and percentages in day-to-day tasks
Communicate clearly with customers and co-workers and contribute positively to the team
Maintain confidentiality on customer order details including who sent, who received, and order contents
Reporting Relationships
Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, Health Wellness Home; Floral Department Manager
Education and Experience
Physical Requirements
Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas
Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation
Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment
Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards
Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties
Working Environment
This is a fast-moving role with significant pressure to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. You'll work primarily in a store environment and can expect exposure to dirt, noise, dampness, equipment movement hazards, electrical equipment, and cleaning chemicals and solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.
