Seasonal Floral Designer

The Floral Designer will represent 1-800-FLOWERS.com in a positive manner, and design merchandise to satisfy the needs of the customers, both retail and in-wire.

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**

* Contribute to creating a positive store image.
* Display knowledge of design principles and techniques, as well as current trends in floral design.
* Understand and utilize proper care and handling of all floral products as specified by 1-800-FLOWERS.
* Produce and design arrangements in an efficient and timely manner on a daily basis and during holiday production.
* This store has a standard arrangement production of 4 per hour (6 for core menu).
* Understand and maintain standard make-up inventories as specified by store.
* Understand and display the ability to accurately price make up according to store procedure.
* Conduct professional and effective customer consultations for weddings, funerals, parties, special events, etc.
* Prepare all orders according to invoice instruction.
* Assist in other activities as requested (i.e., staff training, workshops, etc.)

**UNDERSTAND STORE OPERATION PROCEDURES:**

* Daily maintenance of design area
* Inventory and ordering
* Turnover and rotation of flowers to reduce dump (use everything)
* Control cost of goods on an on-going basis
* Maintain the design area, clean on an on-going basis

**DESIGNER RESPONSIBILITIES:**

* Fill all orders according to invoice instructions and maintain the standard inventory of makeup at peak freshness in the cooler.
* Price-out all makeup items according to store procedure and follow standard recipes.
* Conduct wedding, sympathy, and other types of event and custom consultations with customers.
* Perform holiday makeup production.
* Assist in maintaining the design area, storage area, and makeup supply inventories.

**Qualifications**

* Knowledge of design principles and techniques, as well as current trends in floral design.
* Ability to work Full time.
* Must have good attention to detail
* Good math skills
* Be available for extra hours and all floral holidays.
* Ability to lift up to 25lbs, stand for long periods, and traverse stairs throughout the day and work in an overall physically demanding manner.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.