Floral Studio Associate in Putnam, Connecticut at Opportunity Works Connecticut Inc

Assist staff with the duties necessary to run a retail floral shop and support the individuals we serve.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assist to maintain a clean, neat and organized shop.

· Assist with taking and logging orders

· Help with merchandise deliveries and transportation of the individuals

· Assist with the processing of flowers, plants and merchandise

· Assist with the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the facility

· Assist with the overseeing of inventory both live goods and hard goods

· Assist with ringing up customers

· Assist customers bringing their purchases to their vehicles

· Assist with daily paperwork for the individuals and follow delivery guidelines

· Assist with daily, weekly and monthly paperwork for the florist

· Ability to work with our on-line floral sales sites

· Ability to dress appropriately for the retail environment

· Assist with merchandising and creation of products for sale

· Assist with incoming deliveries and products

· Ensuring all safety procedures are followed

· Assist with prepping for and making the incoming orders

· Ensuring the business operates within the company’s mission statement

· Participation in OWC fundraisers

· Other duties as they arise

· Travel to other OWC locations for various tasks

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB:

· Floral design experience is preferred

· Prior experience in the floral or garden center environment preferred

· Strong skills in floral design, arrangement, and flower care

· Willingness to learn how to use/work on a computer and its Point-of-Sale Software

· Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time

· Ability to work in hot environments for a long period of time

· Ability to potentially stand for long periods of time

· Ability to potentially kneel for an extended amount of time

· Ability to walk on uneven surfaces

· Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

· Ability to answer the phone and communicate with people effectively

· Ability to write legibly with or without assistance

· Ability to lift 40 lbs.

· Ability to maintain good personal hygiene

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a hot environment for long periods of time
• Ability to potentially kneel for long periods of time
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces

KEY COMPETENCIES:

· Computer skills are helpful

· Ability to follow directions either verbal or written

· Organizational skills

· Interpersonal and Communication Skills

· Ability to work as a team with a variety of staff levels, as well as work independently when needed.