Floral Assistant

The Inn at Little Washington; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with match

On-the-job training

Employee education allowance

Advancement potential

Flexible schedules

Employee appreciation events

Complimentary uniforms

Family meals daily

Referral bonuses

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Inn at Little Washington in Virginia is hiring for a floral operations position. In this role, you will assist with creating and maintaining floral arrangements that ensure a luxury experience for guests.

Successful candidates will have 6 months to 1 year of floral experience and must be well-groomed. The position offers flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, and requires strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of floral experience required.
• Must be flexible and work weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all floral arrangements throughout the property.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Understand the use of color and floral designs for luxury arrangements.

Skills

Floral design knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Multitasking

Tools

Floral equipment

Job description

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join in our growing team of exceptional people. On-the-job training, advancement potential, flexible schedules, amazing benefits, and competitive pay. Your next career awaits. Some of our awards include Michelin 2 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux. www.theinnatlittlewashington.com

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

Position Summary

Assist in daily floral operations and deliver a Five-star, Five-diamond experience to all guests. Create and maintain all floral arrangements throughout the property to ensure a luxury experience. Serve as a support to the florist by completing all assigned duties to enhance the guest experience.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate knowledge with floral designs
• Understand art, style and the use of color to create beautiful arrangements
• Assist in preparation of flowers and create arrangements for special events
• Assist in inventory management
• Maintain professional etiquette with all guests and employees
• Be knowledgeable of all hotel services, hotel features, local attractions and history of the Inn, and be able to speak to these when guest inquiries
• Must greet all guests as though you are welcoming them to your own home
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of work areas
• Must meet Forbes Standards in all daily operations and guest interactions
• Responsible for reviewing the floral report to determine the quantity of floral arrangements needed
• Responsible for following standard operating procedures and safety regulations
• Stock and maintain workspace
• Attend meetings as required
• Complete all assigned projects by the florist
• Must follow all disinfecting and sanitization policies

Qualifications

Required

• 6 months to 1 year of floral experience
• Must be able to work weekends and have a flexible work schedule, including holidays
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must be well-groomed and well-presented with no visible tattoos

Desirable

• Familiarity with Forbes Standards
• Ability to communicate with a language other than English, preferably Spanish or French
• Prior experience working in a 4 or 5 star luxury property

Skills

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a close team environment
• Ability to use standard floral equipment
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Strong interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to speak using clear and professional language
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to cross-train across multiple departments and assist when needed
• Must always be compliant with quality assurance expectations and standards
• Ability to complete assigned work in a timely manner

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 30+ lbs
• Able to stand, bend and walk for long periods of time
• Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting and climbing

The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.