Store Manager/Lead Floral designer

Job Overview

Edwards Florist of Northbrook is seeking an experienced floral designer who can lead our team and manage daily shop operations. We are looking for someone warm, organized, dependable, and comfortable taking responsibility for both beautiful floral work and excellent customer service.

Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Availability during major floral holidays is required; additional hours will be scheduled in advance.

Responsibilities:

• Design everyday, sympathy, wedding, and event arrangements.
• Manage daily workflow and ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Order flowers and supplies, monitor inventory, and reduce waste.
• Follow shop recipes and pricing guidelines to control costs.
• Assist customers in person and by phone, enter orders, and resolve concerns.
• Coordinate deliveries, pickups, and event preparation.
• Train and supervise staff and help plan schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, welcoming shop.
• Handle opening, closing, and register procedures.

Skills

• Previous professional floral design experience required.
• Retail management or team leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to design efficiently while maintaining consistent quality.
• Strong customer service, organization, and communication skills.
• Comfort using a computer and learning our point-of-sale system.
• Ability to perform hands-on floral shop tasks, with reasonable accommodation.

To apply: Submit your résumé, availability, and several photos of your floral work through this posting, or bring them to Edwards Florist of Northbrook.

Help lead an established neighborhood florist where thoughtful service and beautiful flowers matter.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Ability to drive with a good clean driving record

Experience:

• Floral design: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Northbrook, IL 60062 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25