Florist - Retail

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: French
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
- or equivalent experience
**Work setting**:

- In shop
**Tasks**:

- Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
- Provide advice about merchandise
- Assist in display of merchandise
- Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
- 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
**Type of product**:

- Flowers and plants
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Own transportation
- Public transportation is available
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Standing for extended periods
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
**Weight handling**:

- Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
**Personal suitability**:

- Adaptability
- Analytical
- Collaborative
- Creativity
- Efficiency
- Energetic
- Goal-oriented
- Hardworking
- Integrity
- Outgoing
- Positive attitude
- Proactive
- Quick learner
- Time management
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Excellent oral communication
- Initiative
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Judgement
**Screening questions**:

- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
- What is the highest level of study you have completed?
- What is your current level of study?
**Financial benefits**:

- Bonus
- Gratuities