Floral Designer (Temp) in Vernon, Connecticut at Opportunity Works Connecticut Inc

General Job Description:

Create custom floral arrangements for weddings, funerals, holidays, corporate events, and everyday occasions.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and arrange fresh flowers, plants, and decorative materials into bouquets, centerpieces, wreaths, and custom displays.
• Ensure all arrangements meet quality and design standards.
• Stay current with floral trends and seasonal designs.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering supplies and flowers.
• Assist customers in selecting flowers and design styles.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area, floral cooler, store, and store front.
• Support setup and breakdown of events as needed.
• Taking and logging orders
• Help with deliveries
• Handle multiple orders while meeting deadlines and customer expectations.
• Processing flowers, plants and merchandise
• Assist staff with ringing up customers
• Ability to work with our on-line floral sales sites
• Ability to dress appropriately for the retail environment
• Assist with merchandising products for sale
• Assist with incoming deliveries and products
• Ensuring all safety procedures are followed
• Ensuring the business operates within the company’s mission statement
• Be a team player
• Learn & follow all policy & procedures of the agency
• Learn and follow all safety & emergency procedures for the agency
• Be involved in OWC fundraising events
• Perform other duties as assigned, or as they arise.
• Collaboration with Floral & Gifts of OWC, Putnum location

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB:

• Previous experience in floral design or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of flowers, greenery, and design techniques.
• Experience creating arrangements for weddings, funerals, and special events is a plus.
• Knowledge of flowers, plants, greenery, and seasonal availability.
• Understanding of floral care and handling techniques to maintain freshness.
• Familiarity with design principles such as color coordination, balance, and style.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Availability on weekends and holidays.
• Physical ability to lift to 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• 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 answer the phone and communicate with people
• Ability to write legibly with or without assistance
• Ability to maintain good personal hygiene

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with wedding or event floral design.
• Familiarity with floral design software or POS systems.
• Artistic eye and attention to detail.

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