Florist | Merivale

Hotel CBD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive staff perks and events

Staff cellars – staff pricing on wines

Parental leave with flexible return to

Career growth and leadership training

Professional accreditation support (e-

Job summary

Merivale is seeking an experienced Florist to join our CBD workspace and contribute to daily floral arrangements for a portfolio of Merivale venues, bars, restaurants and events. This role blends in-store retail service with on-site styling, installations and ongoing venue servicing across a dynamic and evolving portfolio.

You will work closely with a small team to craft elegant, seasonally-inspired florals, manage flower market runs, and deliver warm, attentive service to customers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years' experience in high-end floristry is preferred.
• Strong understanding of seasonal varieties, flower care, pricing, and handling.
• Calm, efficient and creative in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain daily arrangements for our portfolio of restaurants, bars and venues.
• In-store service: serve customers, create bouquets, and deliver attentive care.
• Conduct early flower market runs and then prep and arrange in the CBD workspace.
• Contribute to events and activations on-site, working independently or with the team.
• Show a strong eye for colour, form and texture and maintain high detail under time pressure.

Skills

Floristry

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environments

Team communication

Job description

At Merivale, people are at the heart of everything we do - a family-owned hospitality group with a portfolio of more than 90 venues across Australia. From iconic venues to unforgettable guest experiences, our diverse portfolio spans restaurants, bars, pubs, nightlife, and events, delivering exceptional moments for our guests every day.

Job Description

The Venue

Palings Flowers is seeking an experienced and creativeFloristto join our small, talented team. We create bespoke floral arrangements for a portfolio of Merivale venues, bars, restaurants, and events, as well as a curated in-store retail experience in the heart of Sydney's CBD.

This is not your traditional shopfront role—while you'll contribute to the retail offering, our work spans far beyond the counter. All team members are involved in venue styling, installations, and regular floral servicing across Merivale's diverse and ever-evolving spaces. From elegant restaurant vases to in-store bouquets to large-scale event florals, our work is refined, thoughtful, and always evolving.

The Role

• You'll work closely with our experienced team to create and maintain daily arrangements for our portfolio of restaurants, bars, and venues, enhancing each space with florals that reflect its unique identity
• When you're not out styling venues, you'll be in-store serving customers, creating bouquets and vase arrangements and delivering warm, attentive service that goes above and beyond
• Days start early with flower market runs, followed by prep and arranging in our CBD workspace
• You'll contribute to events and activations, working both independently and collaboratively on-site
• A strong eye for colour, form, and texture—and the ability to move quickly without compromising detail is essential

Qualifications

You

• Minimum 2+ years' experience in high-end floristryis preferred
• Strong understanding of seasonal varieties, flower care, pricing, and handling
• Calm, efficient, and creative in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds
• Full driver's licence and confidence drivingin the CBD
• Physically capable of lifting, long days on your feet, and the overall physical demands of floristry
• Professional, friendly, clear communicator with initiative and team spirit
• Must be available Mondays Wednesday and Fridays; additional days and flower market availability highly regarded

Additional Information

Merivale Employee Benefits

• Exclusive monthly perks, staff-only rewards and events.
• Merivale Staff Cellar – access to premium wines at staff pricing.
• Paid parental leave – with flexible return to work options.
• Unlimited career growth with endless development opportunities.
• Merivale Academy – online and in-person training, including Leadership, Guest Experience,F&B.
• Professional accreditation support – including Leadership and WSET qualifications.
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential wellbeing and mental health support, provided by Sonder.
• Employee Referral Program – earn rewards for bringing great people on board.