Florist

Overview

Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their full, authentic selves. Read our Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Statement here.

Job Title: Florist Location: Retail Grocery Location

Position OverviewThe florist is responsible for increasing customer confidence and loyalty by providing courteous and prompt service, consistent operating conditions, fresh and appealing product and a friendly atmosphere.  Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Provide continuous attention to customer needs; greet, assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
• Manage inventory, in-stock position, pricing integrity, merchandising, expense control and other operational processes to company standards.
• Ensure the department is merchandised in accordance with the needs of the community; maintain shelf allocations to ensure the availability of products at all times.
• Design and make floral arrangements for all occasions.
• Offer product suggestions when appropriate.
• Stock and rotate department products to ensure freshness and date control; restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest supply cost.
• Operate department equipment and tools.
• Keep work area clean, orderly and free from safety hazards; report faulty equipment and hazards to management.
• Notify management of team member theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark-downs, property defacement or any action that is illegal and/or against company policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QualificationsMinimum

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
• Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to obtain the same.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Preferred

• Experience in creating floral arrangements.
• High standard of integrity and reliability.

Required Behaviors

• Lives the Values by embracing the essence of the company demonstrating a commitment to the company’s goal and values.
• Unifies and motivates team through praise and recognition of success with immediate feedback to build an environment of trust.
• Business-driven showing passion for the business, delivering results consistently.
• Customer-orientated by passionately demonstrating that the customer comes first… always by putting the customer’s needs above all else.
• People Passion through consistently treating others with respect and dignity.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Possession of Florist Certification or ability to obtain same within 180 days of placement.

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