Fresh Market Farms is a family owned sustainable farm and one of the largest u pick flower farms in southern Ontario. Bordering on Burlington Ontario our 25 acre farm has thousands of spring bulbs, 10 acres of annuals , and hundreds of perennials and herbs which grow using organic practices. We sell at more than 10 weekly farmers markets in the GTA , our On-Farm flower country store and our retail store located in the Burlington Centre Mall.
Our flowers are featured in many weddings and special events, and we have a studio for design workshops located at our retail location in the Burlington Centre Mall. Our team is growing again and we are seeking a farm florist .With access to 25 acres of flowers this is a flower lovers and designers dream. The work environment is positive and our team loves flowers and we are surrounded by beauty and floral splendour.
Our ideal candidate has a post secondary diploma in floral design and knowledge of cut flower production and sustainable farming practices . Our company is growing fast and we are hoping to find an individual who is interested in growing their career with us . Additionally, our ideal flower farm demonstrates: * A strong work ethic * Must be able to lift 50 pounds. * A willingness to work in all weather: Employees need to bring appropriate clothing and outdoor gear. * An ability to communicate directly, openly and respectfully * A desire to be challenged and take ownership * An ability to work both collaboratively in groups and independently and ability to supervise other co workers * Punctuality * A valid driver’s license Key Responsibilities: Process flowers and use proper flower conditioning to maintain quality Pick flowers for bouquets Assist u pick customers to create bouquets Teach flower workshops from time to time in our flower workshop studio - Create unique and trending floral designs for weddings - Meet wedding clients to consult on pricing structure, availability of wedding florals, and complete floral design - Able to complete all components and responsibilities of a florist at a wedding: including but not limited to bridal bouquets, boutonniers, flower crowns, flower arches, flower wreaths, hanging floral pieces, table centre pieces, and complete wedding set up and take down. - Create unique floral designs daily for our retail store or cooler Prepare hand tied bouquets and farm fresh arrangements for 10 farmers markets, our retail cpstore and regular customer orders - Collaborate with buyer to ensure flower shop stock is replenished and flowers are ordered in a timely manner - Maintain current knowledge of flower care and recent floral trends and designs - Maintain a tidy flower studio in a very fast paced setting Abilities - Listening and collaborating - Creativity - Self-motivated - Team player - Organized - Flexible - Able to bend, lift and carry buckets of flowers and water -customer service and flower sales experience The position's hours and seasons are open to negotiation for the right candidate, although must be available May through December. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, May to December Benefits: * Casual dress * Store discount Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Tuesday to Saturday Experience: * florist: 2 years (required)
Susan Kovacevix
(647) 406-0940