FLORAL ASSISTANT EVENT INSTALLATION High end floral studio in search of assistant with floral experience to join our team. This role will primarily be to install and set-up floral displays for our VIP clientele within their homes as well as weekly hotel installations.
The candidate will be required to pack delicate floral arrangements, load them into our company van and install on site, as well as tear down and clean up. Some arrangements can weigh up to 50lbs. so it is important that all applicants be comfortable with physical labor. Our ideal candidate will be creative, have floral design experience, knowledge of fresh flower care and conditioning, comfortable doing on-site adjustments, and have a keen eye and attention to detail. You will also be assisting our floral designers as needed, this may include flower processing, packing and wrapping arrangements, prepping vases, and general cleaning of the studio including garbage duties.
This position will be Monday to Friday, occasional weekend availability is required. Some early mornings starting a 7am are also required, once or twice a month. If the candidate is a good fit, the option to advance to a designer in our retail shop may be an option in the future. But please note, this is not a designer position. We require a person with design experience to be able to make on-site adjustments to our installations and have the knowledge to determine the freshness and longevity of cut flowers. About the company:
We are a small, close-knit team of professionals. Located in the fashionable Queen West area, doing business in the GTA and beyond for the last 30+ years. We cater to a decerning clientele and have built a long-standing reputation of excellence within the floral industry. Requirements of the position: • Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license and clean driving record. • Minimum 2-3 years floral design experience • Fluent in spoken and written English. • Knowledge and experience with fresh flowers and plant care. • Well presentable and personable. • Comfortable interacting with VIP clients. • This is a physically demanding job; applicants must be able to lift up to 50lbs. • Attention to detail and a strong work ethic. • A creative eye and basic understanding of colour theory and design fundamentals is an asset. • Able to work well independently, and as a team. • Reliable and hardworking. • Punctuality is a must. All training will be provided. There is room for advancement within the company.
Send cover letter and resume to pdemarco1044@gmail.com