Summary: Join a locally owned flower shop as an experienced Floral Designer & Customer Care Specialist, creating exceptional arrangements and providing outstanding customer service. Highlights: 1. Creative and rewarding work environment 2. Opportunity to showcase your floral design talents 3. Supportive, team-oriented atmosphere NOW HIRING – EXPERIENCED FLORAL DESIGNER 🌸DO NOT CALL OUR SHOP! West Linn, Oregon **Job Title: Floral Designer & Customer Care Specialist **Employment Type:** Part-Time **Experience Level: Minimum 3 Years of Professional Floral Design Experience Required **Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications **Work Location: In Person – West Linn, Oregon Join Our Floral Family! Floral Shop is looking for a talented, creative, dependable, and experienced Floral Designer to join our growing team! We are a locally owned flower shop in beautiful West Linn, Oregon, dedicated to creating exceptional floral arrangements, providing outstanding customer service, and building lasting relationships within our community. We are looking for more than someone who simply loves flowers. We want an experienced floral professional who understands the demands of a busy retail flower shop, takes pride in their craftsmanship, and genuinely enjoys helping customers celebrate life's special moments. Our ideal candidate brings creativity, professionalism, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic to the design table every day. We believe beautiful flowers are only part of what makes a great flower shop. Exceptional customer care, teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail are just as important.** Daily Responsibilities As part of our team, you will be responsible for: - Designing beautiful, high-quality floral arrangements for birthdays, anniversaries, sympathy services, weddings, holidays, and everyday occasions. - Creating arrangements efficiently while maintaining our shop's design standards and attention to detail. - Providing exceptional customer service in person, over the phone, and through online orders. - Assisting customers with floral selections, gift recommendations, and special requests. - Taking orders accurately and ensuring customer expectations are clearly communicated. - Processing incoming flowers, maintaining freshness, and assisting with floral inventory. - Keeping the design room, coolers, workstations, and retail areas clean, organized, and properly stocked. - Assisting with order preparation, packaging, and delivery coordination. - Working together to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time. - Helping with daily shop operations and supporting fellow team members wherever needed. - Representing Wishing Well Flowers & Gifts with professionalism, kindness, and pride. Qualifications & Experience A minimum of 3 years of hands-on floral design experience in a professional retail flower shop is required. We are especially interested in candidates who possess: - Strong knowledge of fresh flowers, floral care, design mechanics, and professional floral techniques. - The ability to confidently create arrangements independently. - Experience with everyday floral designs, sympathy arrangements, seasonal designs, and custom orders. - A creative eye for color, balance, texture, and presentation. - Excellent customer service and communication skills. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - The ability to work quickly and efficiently without compromising quality. - A healthy sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize multiple orders. - A positive attitude and willingness to accept constructive feedback. - Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. - The ability to work independently while also contributing to a supportive team environment. - Basic computer skills and the ability to learn our point-of-sale and order management systems. We are seeking an experienced designer who can step into a busy floral shop and contribute their skills, creativity, and professionalism from day one.** Our Shop Culture & Expectations Every arrangement that leaves our shop represents our business, our craftsmanship, and the trust our customers place in us. We work hard to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where customers feel valued, and team members take pride in their work. We believe in: Quality: Every arrangement should reflect our design standards and commitment to excellence. Customer Care: Treating every customer with kindness, patience, and professionalism. Teamwork: Helping one another succeed, especially during busy periods. Accountability: Taking responsibility for your work, attendance, and daily responsibilities. Efficiency: Working with purpose while maintaining creativity and quality. Respect: Maintaining a positive, professional, and supportive workplace. Our shop can be fast-paced, especially during holidays and peak floral seasons. We value team members who can stay calm under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain a positive attitude. We welcome creative ideas and individual talent while also expecting designers to follow our established shop standards and customer requests. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Floral design is a hands-on, physically active profession. Daily working conditions may include: - Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended periods. - Repetitive hand movements, including cutting stems, arranging flowers, and using floral tools. - Lifting and carrying floral buckets, containers, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. - Working in refrigerated floral coolers and around water. - Maintaining clean, safe, and organized workspaces. - Working additional hours during major floral holidays, including Valentine's Day and Mother's Day. - Saturday availability is needed. Reasonable accommodations may be available to qualified applicants. Schedule & Availability We are seeking a full-time Floral Designer with the flexibility to meet our business needs. Applicants should understand that the floral industry experiences significant seasonal demand. Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and other major floral holidays are especially busy times when additional hours and schedule flexibility may be required. Dependability, punctuality, and consistent attendance are essential to keeping our shop running smoothly and meeting customer expectations. 90-Day Introductory & Evaluation Period All new employees will participate in a 90-day introductory evaluation period. During this time, we will assess: - Floral design skills, creativity, and craftsmanship. - Speed, efficiency, and overall productivity. - Customer service and communication skills. - Attendance, punctuality, and dependability. - Teamwork, professionalism, and attitude. - Ability to follow shop procedures and design standards. - Willingness to learn, improve, and accept constructive feedback. At the end of the 90-day period, we will conduct a performance evaluation to review progress, discuss expectations, and identify opportunities for professional growth. We may review compensation based on demonstrated skills, performance, experience, and business needs. Pay adjustments are not guaranteed. Our goal is to build a dependable, talented, long-term team that shares our passion for beautiful flowers and exceptional customer service. Why Work With Us - Locally owned and operated flower shop. - Creative and rewarding work environment. - Opportunity to showcase your floral design talents. - Supportive, team-oriented atmosphere. - Opportunities to develop your skills and take on additional responsibilities. - Potential for advancement as our business continues to grow. We value hardworking individuals who take pride in what they create and genuinely care about the customers they serve. How to Apply: If you are an experienced Floral Designer who loves creating beautiful arrangements, enjoys working with people, and thrives in a busy retail flower shop, we would love to hear from you! To be considered, please submit: 1. Your current resume. 2. A brief description of your professional floral design experience. 3. Photos of floral arrangements you have personally designed. 4. Your availability and desired hourly pay. We are looking for someone who wants to become a valued member of our team and contribute to Wishing Well Flowers & Gifts' continued success. West Linn, Oregon Where beautiful flowers and thoughtful service come together. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
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