What are the responsibilities and job description for the Floral Studio Assistant position at Blooming Patches Flowers?
We are seeking a self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented Floral Studio & Retail Assistant to support our day-to-day shop and studio operations. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who can work independently, manage their time effectively, and take initiative to keep the studio clean, organized, and running smoothly behind the scenes.
You will play a vital role in processing fresh floral shipments, packing retail and subscription orders, maintaining prep workstations, and warmly assisting walk-in customers during open shop hours—including checking out customers using our Point of Sale (POS) system.
This is a part-time role with the following hours:
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 4-7PM
Saturdays 10am-2pm
Key Responsibilities
Retail Operations & Customer Service
- Operate POS System: Greet customers, process retail sales, scan or enter items, handle cash/card payments, and email or print customer receipts accurately using our POS system.
- Independent Storefront Management: Work independently during scheduled shifts, efficiently managing your time between assisting retail walk-ins, completing daily task lists, and maintaining store coverage.
- Customer Support: Answer basic customer questions regarding flower care, current stem availability, pre-order pickups, and shop offerings.
Floral Processing & Prep
- Unpack, strip, hydrate, and process incoming fresh-cut flowers, foliage, bulbs, and plugs using proper sanitation and conditioning protocols.
- Clean, fill, and maintain water buckets with appropriate floral nutrients.
- Prepare flower stems, vases, and materials for bouquet building and arrangement production.
Packing & Order Fulfillment
- Package retail bouquets, pre-orders, and subscription stems using specialized hydration packaging to ensure maximum freshness.
- Assemble, box, and tag orders accurately for in-store pickup, doorstep delivery routes, or workshop distribution.
- Maintain organized inventory and packing materials (wraps, care tags, ribbons, boxes, and hydration sleeves).
Studio & Retail Maintenance
- Perform daily studio cleaning duties, including washing/sanitizing buckets, sweeping, wiping down prep tables, emptying compost/trash, and organizing cool storage.
- Keep flower displays full, clean, tidy, and visually appealing throughout store hours.
- Assist with restocking supplies, vases, dried florals, and retail hard goods.
- Execute miscellaneous daily tasks and errands to keep the shop organized and efficient.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Self-Starter & Independent Worker: Strong ability to work independently without direct supervision, take ownership of daily checklists, prioritize tasks efficiently, and problem-solve on the fly.
- POS & Tech Familiarity: Comfort with operating digital POS systems, tablet interface software, and payment processing terminals.
- Physical Demands: Ability to stand, bend, lift (up to 30–40 lbs of water buckets/boxes), and work with your hands in cooler environment conditions for extended periods.
- Attention to Detail: High standard of cleanliness, proper stem care, and packaging aesthetics.
- Reliability & Trustworthiness: Punctual, honest, and dependable when running the storefront independently.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18