Florist Job Description

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Florist Job Description

Job summary 1

The Florist directs all functions and activities of the Floral department to achieve established sales and goals and provide exceptional customer service. Role model and demonstrate the Company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of self and others.

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Job summary 2

The Florist is responsible for increasing customer confidence and loyalty by providing courteous and prompt service, consistent operating conditions, fresh and appealing products, and a friendly atmosphere.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Requirements & Skills 2

Must be 18 years of age.
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to obtain the same.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check.
- Experience in creating floral arrangements.
- High standard of integrity and reliability.

Job summary 3

The Florist is first and foremost responsible to our guests, building a reputation for the Company in guest relations, with a focus on delivering consistently high-quality products that make our guests feel every event or occasion has special meaning.

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Requirements & Skills 3

Job summary 4

The Florist is responsible for performing Floral Department duties according to department standards and processes.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Florists are expected to provide excellent customer service.
Expected to take customer orders.
Create floral arrangements.
Merchandise floral cases and displays.
Prepare floral and balloon orders.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the department.
- Maintain a positive attitude while providing excellent customer service.
- Assist in other departments when needed.
- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 4

Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated, and work as a team member.
High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language.
Must be skilled in basic math.
Minimize losses due to improper storing and handling of products.
Perform duties in a manner that safeguards company equipment, resources, and image.
- Must be honest and dependable.
- Must be willing to learn the characteristics and qualities of the products and services Mackenthun offers.
- Be a positive and creative trendsetter with excellent customer service skills, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Job summary 5

The Florist designs and/or merchandises floral items and arrangements for display/sale or in response to customer requests. Provide customer services. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Requirements & Skills 5

Willing to work weekends and holidays.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Confidentiality regarding associate records is expected.
Florist Transworld Delivery certification requires three years of full-time retail design experience or six years of part-time retail design experience. Floral Design School equals six months of full-time retail design experience.
- Demonstrated aptitude for filling customer needs, and designing floral arrangements.
- Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
- Able to calmly, courteously, and tactfully handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.

Job summary 6

We are looking for a Florist. We are changing the culture of our profession positively and we want you to be a part of it.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Confers with the client regarding price and type of arrangement desired
Estimates costs and prices arrangements
Packs and wraps completed arrangements
Plans arrangement according to client's requirements, utilizing knowledge of design and properties of materials
Trims material and arranges bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items using trimmers, shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials
- Addresses client family needs promptly and accurately
- Works with funeral directors or designers on any issues and resolutions
- Drives van or other vehicle to complete delivery

Requirements & Skills 6

Previous experience preferred but will train the right candidate
- Certificate from the school of floral design preferred
- Ability to design and create floral arrangements
- Professional communication and customer service assistance

Job summary 7

Our Florist should strive to uphold our long tradition of excellent craftsmanship by providing quality floral products and services.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Efficiently and creatively arrange to live, cut, dried, and artificial floral arrangements for events such as a holiday, anniversaries, birthdays, proms/homecomings, weddings, and funerals.
Plans arrangements according to client's requirements and costs or selects appropriate standard design patterns.
Select flora and foliage necessary for arrangements.
Trims material and arranges bouquets, sprays, wreaths, dish gardens, terrariums, and other items.
Estimates costs and prices arrangements.
Completes necessary paperwork as required by management.
- Helps maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the back design room area.
- Assists other departments as necessary.
- Works overtime as required.

Requirements & Skills 7

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least 6 months of related experience as a professional Florist.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

Job summary 8

The Florist implements all company and division policies to achieve maximum sales and profits in the Floral department. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Requirements & Skills 8

Willing to work weekends and holidays.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.
Possess abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising, and customer services related to the sale of merchandise.
- Understanding of all key components of department operations.
- Working knowledge of floral arrangement and care of plants and cut flowers.
- Adept at communication with employees, customers, and supervision.

Job summary 9

We are searching for a Florist to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Consistently create floral designs incorporating effective and innovative use of colors, floral materials, vessels, and accent materials, while meeting established criteria for Flowers design styles and cost of goods in a Studio environment
Day-to-day responsibilities will be dependent on business needs including, but not limited to event design and installation, as well as participating in corporate, residential, gift, and custom design and installation
Develop a working understanding of the basic Styles of design and accurately create gift line designs based on established standards
Apply proper flower handling fundamental techniques
- Meet and consistently maintain required standards of production
- Successfully interpret clients’ wishes on custom design orders
- Possible client contact and sales responsibility as business needs require

Requirements & Skills 9

3+ years of custom floral design experience in a high-end, high-volume floral shop or design studio is required
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team-oriented environment
Proven ability to efficiently and professionally meet client needs
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a high level of enthusiasm and self-motivation
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
- Valid driver’s license free of violations is required

Job summary 10

The Florist is responsible for building, producing, installing, and maintaining floral arrangements. The Florist is responsible for the maintenance of interior plants, fresh floral products, and housekeeping. This includes receiving and processing fresh floral products, culling, bleaching, and organizing the floral cooler, preparing props and containers, performing event set-ups and strikes, cleaning and storing props and containers, delivering retail orders and assisting in customer service when receiving and processing floral phone orders.

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