Florist - Full-time / Part-time

Duties

• Grow or order flowers from wholesalers, to ensure an adequate supply to meet customers' needs
• Determine the type of arrangement desired, the occasion, and the date, time, and location for each arrangement needed
• Recommend flowers and greenery for each arrangement
• Consider the customer’s budget when making recommendations
• Design floral displays that evoke a particular sentiment or style
• Answer telephones, take orders, wrap arrangements

Important Qualities

Artistic ability. Designers use their sense of style to develop aesthetically pleasing designs.

Creativity. Floral designers use their artistic abilities and knowledge of design to develop appropriate designs for different occasions. They also must be open to new ideas, as trends in floral design change quickly.

Customer-service skills. Floral designers spend a substantial part of their day interacting with customers and suppliers. They must be able to understand what a customer is looking for, to explain options, and to ensure high-quality flowers and service.

Organizational skills. Floral designers need to be well organized, to keep the business operating smoothly and to ensure that orders are completed on time.