Senior Florist

Mittagong Flower Merchant.; Mittagong; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Mittagong Flower Merchant in the Southern Highlands is seeking a senior florist for a casual, varied role across the store, weddings, events and seasonal peaks. You will create bouquets and custom floral orders, condition and care for fresh flowers, prepare arrangements for weddings and corporate events, assist with installations, and deliver confident customer service in-store and by phone.

You’ll take orders, help customers choose blooms, and maintain attractive displays.

Qualifications

• Must have previous florist experience.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Reliable, creative and hardworking.
• Confident working independently.

Responsibilities

• Create bouquets, arrangements and custom orders.
• Condition fresh flowers and maintain quality.
• Prepare flowers for weddings and events.
• Assist with wedding/event installations.
• Provide friendly in-store and phone customer service.
• Take orders and assist customers choosing flowers.
• Deliver using company van.
• Maintain displays and merchandising.
• Work during peak periods such as Mother's Day and Christmas.

Skills

Floristry

Customer service

Independent work

Job description

As a senior florist, you'll be involved in all areas of the store. This is a casual position, with hours varying depending on the needs of the business, weddings, events and seasonal periods.

Key responsibilities

• Creating beautiful bouquets, arrangements and custom floral orders
• Conditioning, processing and caring for fresh flowers
• Preparing flowers for weddings, events, corporate and funerals
• Assisting with wedding and event preparation and installations
• Providing confident, friendly customer service in-store and over the phone
• Taking customer orders and helping customers choose the right flowers and gifts
• Completing deliveries in our company van
• Merchandising and maintaining our flower and gift displays
• Working efficiently during busy periods including Mother's Day, Valentines Day, Christmas and wedding season

About you

• Previous experience working as a florist is a must
• Valid driver's licence required
• Reliable, creative, hardworking and proud of the work they produce
• Confident working independently

About us

Mittagong Flower Merchant is a well-established florist and gift store in the Southern Highlands.