Floral Studio & Events Assistant

The Crescent Hotels Group; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is seeking a Floral Operations Assistant to support the Floral Designer in conditioning, transporting, installing, maintaining, and stocking floral materials for day-to-day and special events across the Foundation.

Responsibilities include preparing arrangements, delivering and installing on-site, monitoring installations, and maintaining inventory and studio cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based on The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s criteria.
• Must be able to provide a 5-year Motor Vehicle Record prior to employment
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• May not have more than 1 moving violation or at fault accident within 12 months
• May not have more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents within 36 months
• May not have any serious motor vehicle violations including but not limited to excessive speeding, reckless driving, DUI/DWI, suspended or revoked license, etc.
• 3-6 months experience with a floral, nursery, or landscaping operations.
• Interest/knowledge of floral and plant materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist designers with preparation and conditioning of floral materials; prepares basic floral arrangements as directed.
• Prepares completed arrangements for delivery; delivers, installs, and maintains arrangements on-site.
• Monitors installations and advises staff of required maintenance or reinstallation.
• Transports, protects, and returns items borrowed for special events and seasonal displays.
• Assists with seasonal installations in collaboration with carpenters, electricians, and temporary staff.
• Maintains control of floral studio inventory, including props, flowers, and custom containers; tracks prop locations to ensure accessibility.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the floral studio and cooler.
• Performs routine maintenance checks of the delivery van (e.g., fuel and oil levels).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitask under deadline

Adapt to changing priorities

Effective communication

People skills

Weather tolerance

Organization

Drive a panel van

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is seeking a Floral Operations Assistant to support the Floral Designer in conditioning, transporting, installing, maintaining, and stocking floral materials for day-to-day and special events across the Foundation.

Responsibilities include preparing arrangements, delivering and installing on-site, monitoring installations, and maintaining inventory and studio cleanliness.