What are the responsibilities and job description for the Florist Assistant position at Gary’s Florist?
Job Title: Florist Assistant
Location: 674 Bultman Dr
Job Type: Part Time - Potential to become Full Time
Reports To: Lead Florist/Store Manager
Job Overview:
We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Florist Assistant to support our floral design team in daily operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about flowers, customer service, and maintaining a beautiful and organized workspace. This role involves assisting with floral arrangements, handling customer inquiries, and ensuring the shop remains stocked and well-presented.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating floral arrangements, bouquets, and centerpieces.
- Prepare flowers by cutting, watering, and conditioning them for longevity.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop, including the work area and display cases.
- Greet and assist customers with selecting floral arrangements and gifts.
- Process customer orders, including wrapping and packaging flowers.
- Handle cash register transactions and online order processing.
- Ensure flowers and supplies are stocked, fresh, and properly stored.
- Deliver floral arrangements when needed
Qualifications & Skills:
- Previous experience in a floral shop or retail setting is a plus but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and creativity in floral design.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Basic knowledge of flowers, plants, and their care is an advantage.
- Comfortable working with hands, standing for extended periods, and lifting light to moderate weights.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
- Valid driver’s license (if delivery duties are required).
Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Hands-on training in floral design.
- Growth opportunities within the company.
If you have a passion for flowers and love bringing joy to customers, we would love to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person