Employment Opportunities:
Job Description: Florist/Store Manager
As a Florist/Store Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Floral Design:
- Create stunning floral arrangements for various occasions, including weddings, funerals, corporate events, and everyday bouquets.
- Stay current with floral design trends and techniques to ensure our offerings are modern and innovative.
- Maintain a high level of creativity and artistry in all floral designs.
- Work with customers to understand their needs and preferences, providing personalized service and recommendations.
Store Management:
- Oversee daily store operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
- Manage inventory levels, including ordering, receiving, and stocking flowers, supplies, and other merchandise.
- Ensure the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times.
- Train, supervise, and motivate store staff to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain high standards.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly and professionally.
- Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality and service.
- Manage and update our website and Instagram regularly.
- Attend market to purchase flowers and plants every Tuesday and Thursday.
Customer Service:
- Provide exceptional customer service, building strong relationships with clients.
- Assist customers in selecting the perfect floral arrangements for their needs.
- Manage online orders and ensure timely delivery.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a florist, with a strong portfolio of work.
- Previous experience in retail management, preferably in a floral or related industry.
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of flower care and handling techniques.
Education and Training:
- Certificate 3 in floristry
- Additional training in business management or retail operations is an advantage.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position with weekend and holiday work when required.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy flowers, plants, and supplies.
- Work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Employee discounts on floral arrangements and merchandise.
To apply for this position, please email your resume to order@westbreenflorist.com.au and we will be in touch shortly
Job Description : Florist Assistant/ Junior Florist
This position is ideal for entering floristry, or if you are
a florist student doing Certificate 3, or have not been in the industry for
long
Full time position Tuesday to Saturday (PLEASE NOTE: Tuesday and
Thursday is a 5.30am start)
Roles & Responsibilities:
Floral Design:
- Work with customers to understand their needs and preferences, providing personalized service and recommendations.
- Assist and create beautiful floral arrangements.
Customer Service:
- Provide exceptional customer service skills, in store, on the online and online.
- Assist Customers in selecting the perfect floral arrangements for their needs.
In this Role you'll:
- Manage online orders and ensure timely delivery
- Responsible for purchasing and collecting flowers and plants from the Flower Market in Epping every Tuesday and Thursday Morning. (PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 5:30AM START)
- Complete daily flower deliveries to various locations.
- Open and close the store, ensuring all security, cleanliness, and operational protocols are followed.
Education & Training:
- Completed Certificate 3 in Floristry or Completing Certificate 3.
- Additional training on site.
*MUST HAVE A CURRENT DRIVERS LICENSE*
To apply for this position, please email your resume to order@westbreenflorist.com.au and we will be in touch shortly
Job Description: Floristry Work Experience - Students
We accept students from all the floristry schools in
Melbourne.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Customer Service:
- Greet and assist customers in store
In this Role you'll:
- Assist with merchandise and organise products display
- Assist with our on-line store and Instagram
- Assist with flower processing and preparing flowers for
display and orders
- Assist florists and try your hand at replicating our floral
products
Gain genuine insight into retail floristry through hands-on experience. We have been know to offer permanent positions to students who demonstrate passion and enthusiasm during their placement.
To apply for this position, please email order@westbreenflorist.com.au or call us on (03) 9306 2571 to set up an informal meeting.
*Bring along any school documents which require signing.*