What are the responsibilities and job description for the Florist - Part-Time position at Mackenthun's Fine Foods - Waconia?
Description
Summary
Mackenthun's Florists are responsible for performing Floral Department duties according to department standards and processes.
Understand and actively support Mackenthun's Exceptional Experience by greeting each customer and offering assistance.
Seeking a Part-Time Floral Designer with availability every other weekend.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Florists are expected to provide excellent customer service.
Expected to take customer orders.
Create floral arrangements.
Merchandise floral cases and displays.
Prepare floral and balloon orders.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the department.
Other Duties
Maintain a positive attitude while providing excellent customer service.
Assist in other departments when needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
Must be able to speak, read, and write English language.
Must be skilled in basic math.
Minimize losses due to improper storing and handling of products.
Perform duties in a manner that safeguards company equipment, resources and image.
Must be honest and dependable.
Must be able to work independently, be self motivated, and work as a team member.
May be required to work early mornings, evenings, some holidays and weekends.
Must be willing to learn the characteristics and qualities of the products and services Mackenthun's offers.
Be a positive and creative trend-setter with excellent customer service skills, problem solving and decision making skills.
Physical Demands
Frequent standing/walking/hearing for long periods of time.
Frequent bending at the waist, reaching with hands and arms, and above shoulders/below waist, crouching/stooping/kneeling.
Occasional climbing stairs, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying 40 lbs., pushing/pulling 500 lbs with use of pallet jack.
Training
Will be trained on floral and plant care, floral arranging, filling helium balloons, general merchandising, and display building, personal safety and harassment prevention. Additional training provided on baler, compactor, lift truck and pallet jack as needed.
Equipment Used
Knives, scissors, baler, compactor, ladder, lift truck, pallet jack, sinks, walk-in coolers, box cutter. (Age Restrictions Apply)
Work Environment
Work individually or in team environments, in cool temperatures with hands repeatedly exposed to water.
Benefits Summary
Part Time: Earned Safe & Sick Time. Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays. All our employees also receive a 10% discount at all locations.
Salary : $16 - $18
