florist - retail

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Clean

Work setting

• In shop
• Florist shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Operate cash register
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• Provide customer service
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control
• Prepare merchandise for purchase, rental or lease
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts and accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Flowers and plants

Area of work experience

• Cleaning

Exhibit and display design experience

• Computer interactive or multi media
• Merchandising or window
• Visual displays

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Analytical
• Creativity
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Hardworking
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Ability to multitask
• Honesty

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available