Part-Time Florist (28 hours/week)

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

72d•$19 - $23

About The Position

The Campus Floral Part-Time Florist is responsible for designing, pricing, and caring for all floral needs in a timely and professional manner throughout the year. This position supports everyday operations as well as large events, weddings, university functions, and holidays such as Valentine's Day and Mother's Day. The florist provides quality floral services for BYU departments, faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community and businesses. This role works closely with the Campus Floral Manager and Head Floral Designer on floral designs, student training, and mentoring.

Requirements

1 year of custom floral design experience in a high-volume floral shop OR
3 years of independent studio floral and event design.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of custom floral design experience in a high-volume floral shop.
3+ years of independent studio floral & event design.
Associate's degree in floral design.

Responsibilities

Create fresh floral designs incorporating innovative use of colors, floral and accent materials, and vessels.
Apply knowledge and skills in everyday, wedding, and funeral designs.
Establish design criteria based on customer requests.
Monitor orders and confirm details to ensure accuracy in flower selection.
Design for university, corporate, and residential entities.
Provide on-site custom designs and installations.
Maintain a calm, tactful demeanor in challenging situations.
Demonstrate a guest-service mentality with a genuine desire to serve clients.
Exhibit excellent verbal communication and listening skills.
Maintain confidential customer information.
Provide an exceptional customer experience that inspires repeat business.
Process and handle various flower and foliage varieties appropriately.
Clean coolers, buckets, and work areas.
Special Projects as assigned by manager.
Provide directions, assistance, and demonstrations of floral products and plants.
Instruct best floral business practices and techniques.
Mentor students in their floral design progression.
Work effectively as part of a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
Tuition benefits after two years
Access to athletic facilities
Access to the library
Free on-campus parking
Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

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