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.
  • Incentive bonus payment
  • 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.*