Freelance opportunity - June 2024

Who:  Company Name Latkat Linens

Where: Stoney Creek

When: Saturday June 22 (most likely Thursday, Friday for prep) and Sunday for clean-up (if interested)

Event: Wedding

Rate: $20.00/hr and $30 gas per day

Duties: On-site build of centerpieces (in floral frog), reflexing roses, set-up of candles, candelabras, help in church ceremony set-up and take-down to venue.

For more information contact: Sophia 905-643-6833 info@latkatlinens.com

www.latkatlinens.com

Metro -- Floral Designer

Be in the action and help make the difference when serving our customers. Become a brand ambassador and share your passion for flowers with our customers!

Metro’s floral department provides a variety of vibrant, fresh cut flower arrangements and seasonal house and garden plants to meet our customers’ needs. If you have an eye for creativity, enjoy working with your hands and have a love of flowers and plants, our floral department is the place for you!

Joining our Floral team will help to enhance your talents, bloom your skills while, captivating our customers with our flower arrangements!

If you are interested in joining enjoy meeting new people and helping others, the Floral department is waiting for you!

General Qualifications:

-Floral design certification is required

-Prior floral experience and product knowledge is required

-Customer service driven

-Strong Communication Skills

-Able to stand for prolonged periods of time

-Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights and weekends

Follow the link to apply! You may either search the word floral or type a postal code to see which locations are hiring.

careers.metro.ca/go/Grocery-Stores-Jobs/2639717/

The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve Metro’s business objectives.

 

METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers. We will consider qualified applications from all walks of life to build the best team.

 

We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you.

 Please note that we will only contact those whose applications are selected.

 We respectfully request that agencies do not contact us or send us unsolicited applications.

Metro -- Floral Clerk

Be in the action and help make the difference when serving our customers. Become a brand ambassador and share your passion for flowers with our customers!

Metro’s floral department provides a variety of vibrant, fresh cut flower arrangements and seasonal house and garden plants to meet our customers’ needs. If you have an eye for creativity, enjoy working with your hands and have a love of flowers and plants, our floral department is the place for you!

Joining our Floral team will help to enhance your talents, bloom your skills while, captivating our customers with our flower arrangements!

If you are interested in joining enjoy meeting new people and helping others, the Floral department is waiting for you!

General Qualifications:

-Prior floral experience and product knowledge is an asset

-Customer service driven

-Strong Communication Skills

-Able to maintain cleanliness

-Able to stand for prolonged periods of time

-Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights and weekends

Follow the link to apply! You may either search the word floral or type a postal code to see which locations are hiring.

careers.metro.ca/go/Grocery-Stores-Jobs/2639717/

The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve Metro’s business objectives.

METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers. We will consider qualified applications from all walks of life to build the best team.

We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you.

 Please note that we will only contact those whose applications are selected.

 We respectfully request that agencies do not contact us or send us unsolicited applications.

Metro -- Floral Department Head

Be in the action and help make the difference when serving our customers. Become a brand ambassador and share your passion for flowers with our customers!

Metro’s floral department provides a variety of vibrant, fresh cut flower arrangements and seasonal house and garden plants to meet our customers’ needs. If you have an eye for creativity, enjoy working with your hands and have a love of flowers and plants, our floral department is the place for you!

Joining our Floral team will help to enhance your talents, bloom your skills while, captivating our customers with our flower arrangements!

If you are interested in joining enjoy meeting new people and helping others, the Floral department is waiting for you!

General Responsibilities:

-Receives direct deliveries, stocks and merchandises products

-Process floral orders for customers, including but not limited to pre orders.

-Makes floral arrangements for display and per customers’ requests

-Performs other duties as assigned

-Support with overall store operations including store opening and closing

General Qualifications:

-Floral design certification is required

-Prior floral experience and product knowledge is required

-Customer service driven

-Strong Communication Skills

-Strong organizational skills

-High attention to detail

-Able to stand for prolonged periods of time and work under minimum supervision

-Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays

Follow the link to apply! You may either search the word floral or type a postal code to seewhich location is hiring.

careers.metro.ca/go/Grocery-Stores-Jobs/2639717/

The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve Metro’s business objectives.

 METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers. We will consider qualified applications from all walks of life to build the best team.

 We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you.

Please note that we will only contact those whose applications are selected.

We respectfully request that agencies do not contact us or send us unsolicited applications.

FLORAL DESIGNER - Toronto - Kat’s Victory Garden

FLORAL DESIGNER - Toronto - Kat’s Victory Garden

Kat’s Victory Garden is a bespoke flower shop that puts the people that buy and receive our flowers at the heart of our work. We are committed to sourcing our flowers that are grown with the best sustainable and fairtrade practices. We have a strong focus on locally sourced products we buy from farmers directly and wholesalers across Ontario. Our commitment to sustainabile practices also means we are a flower foam free store. Located in the heart of Little India and sandwiched between Leslieville, the Danforth and the Beaches – our store has already become a beloved community hub. We specialize in hand-tied bouquets, seasonal perennials and annuals.

Job Description: Requirements: • Create hand-tied floral arrangements and bouquets in our country-garden style. • Process flowers & ensure flowers are cared for and stored properly. • Manage Point-of-Sale desk and ensure that our customers receive exemplary customer service. Kindness and joy are a mainstay of our brand. • Maintain cleanliness of the store both inside and out, including cleaning of buckets, changing water etc. • Display flowers and plants in a creative way. • Ability to take initiative and execute daily “to-do” list for the shop. • Be punctual. Be Flexible. • Please note – our store is a shared space with another store, whose owners have a dog and a little orange cat they bring into the store once in a while – so you must be comfortable with animals as sometimes they visit us on our side of the shop. Experience: • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask. • Ability to create hand-tied bouquets on-demand for our customers. Floral arranging experience and/or training is a requirement. Large scale vase arrangements & bud vase design is an asset. • Exceptional attention to detail. • Exceptional customer service. • Knowledge of annual and perennial flower & plant care/gardening is an asset but we can teach you! We are hiring for Part Time & Contract Positions. If flowers & humans bring you joy our shop is where you will thrive. Hiring Positions: • Part Time • Seasonal • Contract • Freelance Wage: $18.00 Hours: Part Time - 10-25 Hours per week Availability for Wednesday afternoon is a requirement. Weekend availability is a requirement– however not every weekend will be necessary.

Please contact owner – Kat: katsvictorygarden@gmail.com Location – 1386 Gerrard Street East

Website: katsvictorygarden.com / @katsvictorygarden

Van Belle Flowers & Garden Centre – Floral Designer Position in Whitby or Courtice, Ontario

Van Belle Flowers, established over 60 years ago, is a thriving, busy flower and gift shop, and garden centre, specializing in custom floral designs for everyday occasions, sympathy and wedding events.  We are wanting to expand our floral design team with an experienced floral designer, for either a part-time or full-time position in either our Whitby or Courtice location.  Being affiliated with an on-site wholesale cut flower company enables our flower shops to have access to vast varieties of different flowers and foliage – a floral designer’s dream.

Job Requirements:

  • Be able to create custom floral arrangements for all occasions, including sympathy, event and wedding flowers

  • Create hand tied cut flower bouquets for daily orders or for floral cooler

  • Assist customers in making their floral selection and being able to articulate that design and flower content on written sales orders

  • Be able to replicate floral designs from selection guides and websites

  • Help maintain the cooler inventory and assist in proper conditioning of incoming flowers and foliage

  • Finish daily orders with professional packaging which represents the high standards of our company

  • Provide excellent customer service, whether it is on the phone or in-person

Experience:

  • Previous floral design experience would be an asset, but we would be willing to train

  • Knowledge of flower and foliage varieties would be recommended

  • Strong organizational skills, as we operate a fast-paced environment while performing multiple tasks

  • Excellent communication skills are necessary because we accept many phone orders

  • Being a team player is a must, as we are an independent flower company who works together to get the job completed

Hiring Positions:

  • Full time – 35 – 44 hours per week

  • Part time – 16-35 hours per week

    • Our work week consists of days from Monday through Saturdays, 9:00 -6:00 pm

    • We are always closed on Sundays – even for holidays

Please apply in person or send resumes to:

Van Belle Flowers att:  Ruth Van Belle or Martha Vandepol

Sales@vanbelleflowers.com

1979 Highway 2

Bowmanville, L1C 6E3

1-800-263-8008

Part Time Junior Florist Assistant Needed in Georgetown Ontario

Vanderburgh Flowers Ltd. established in 1976, is a busy retail flower and gift store specializing in floral design for custom and every day orders. We are looking for an energetic part time florist assistant to work a minimum of 2 days per week to help with day to day duties, wrapping orders and flower processing alongside friendly customer service.

Full day availability is necessary. 8 to 10 hour shifts between 9-5 or 9-7 Monday to Saturday. Closed Sundays *except holidays.

Must be committed to reliability and teamwork. Previous floral experience working in a flower shop helpful and recognized education in the floral industry is required (ie: CIFD certification or other) Ideal candidate must have good customer skills, as well as speak and write english proficiently. Salary based upon knowledge and experience.

Perfect opportunity to learn and grow in the floral industry. Please submit resume by email.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Salary: From $18.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 16 hours per week to start.

Benefits: Casual dress. Flexible schedule. On-site parking. Store discount.

Schedule: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift. Evening shift. Holidays. Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

leanneboven@vanderburghflowers.net

(905) 877-0105

Flower shop for Sale in Woodbridge, ON.

Flower shop for Sale in Woodbridge, ON.

Chance to own an established (2012), reputable and profitable business in a prestigious neighbourhood with high walk in traffic. The Shop features fresh and artificial floral arrangements, gift ideas, balloons, jewelry, and home decor, returning loyal customers, owning a modern web site with strong online presence, massive walk-in cooler, well kept leased store in strip mall with lots of parking, plenty of storage including large inventory of items.

We also provide a training period to ensure that the buyer is set up for success.

Serious Inquiries only. Please contact after February 20 to arrange private appointment. wecare@prestigeflowers.com

Experienced Part Time Floral Designer Needed in Georgetown Ontario.

Experienced Part Time Floral Designer Needed in Georgetown Ontario.

Vanderburgh Flowers Ltd. established in 1976, is a busy retail flower and gift store specializing in floral design for custom and every day orders. We are looking for an experienced part time floral designer to work a minimum of 3 days per week to help fill orders and display cooler alongside friendly customer service. Full day availability is necessary. 8 to 10 hour shifts between 9-5 or 9-7 Monday to Saturday. Closed Sundays *except holidays.

Must be committed to reliability and teamwork. Previous floral experience working in a flower shop and recognized education in the floral industry is required. Ideal candidate must have good customer skills, speak and write english proficiently, and an ability to recreate teleflora arrangements, custom orders, everyday arrangements and bouquets, and special orders for funerals and weddings. Salary based upon knowledge and experience. Please submit resume by email. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Salary: From $22.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 28 per week Benefits: Casual dress Flexible schedule On-site parking Store discount Schedule: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Weekends as needed Work Location: In person

leanneboven@vanderburghflowers.net

(905) 877-0105

Creemore, ON Business for Sale

Business For Sale- 154 Mill St A Creemore Ontario....Begin you prosperous business venture here!

Opportunity to own a profitable and reputable business in a rapidly growing community. The Creemore flower company is a turnkey charming flower/garden shop located in downtown Creemore. Most of the business is walk in, repeat customers, phone and web orders.4.8 google rating. This is a "Business Only" and includes all inventory. Financial statements available on a conditional offer of acceptance.

Extras: The owner is offering a training period to ensure that the buyer is set up for success. This business could also be moved-currently monthly lease. Fridge, display units including props and tables, cash desk, POS terminal from shopify, supplies, inventory, website, staging material for wedding

Kevin Rosin

krosin@royalelpage.ca

(416) 801-9012


Hiring F/T or P/T floral designer- Brampton

Hiring F/T or P/T floral designer.

Very busy boutique store located in Brampton on direct bus line.

Design experience required in bridal work, funeral work, vase design and cut flower assembly.

Experience in store front, assisting customers and all areas of store operations including opening and closing procedures.

Must be a reliable team player with a positive, happy attitude.

Our customers are our number one priority, excellent customer service skills are non negotiable.

Our team is easy going, happy and positive.

If you feel you meet these requirements, please email resume to shopforflowersatblooms@gmail.com.

STUDIO HAND / DELIVERY PERSON

High end floral studio in search of a reliable studio hand and delivery person to join our team. Pease note this is not a junior designer role, floral design experience is not required. We are looking for a studio hand to assist with the day-to-day operations of our downtown studio.

This role will primarily be to deliver and set-up floral installations for our VIP clientele within their homes as well as weekly hotel installations. The candidate will be required to pack delicate floral arrangements, load them into our company van and deliver on site, as well as tear down and clean up.

Some arrangements can weigh up to 50lbs. so it is important that all applicants be comfortable with physical labor. You will also be assisting our floral designers as needed, this may include flower processing, packing and wrapping arrangements, prepping vases, and general cleaning of the studio including garbage duties.

About the company: We are a small, close-knit team of professionals. Located in the fashionable Queen West area, doing business in the GTA and beyond for the last 30+ years. We cater to a discerning clientele and have built a long-standing reputation of excellence within the floral industry. Requirements of the position:

• Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license.

• Fluent in spoken and written English

• Well presentable and personable.

• Comfortable interacting with VIP clients.

• This is a physically demanding job; applicants must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

• Attention to detail and a strong work ethic.

• A creative eye and basic understanding of colour theory and design fundamentals is an asset.

• Able to work well independently, and as a team.

• Reliable and hardworking.

• Punctuality is a must.

All training will be provided. There is room for advancement within the company. Send cover letter and resume to hr@demarco-perpich.com

POSITION FILLED - Kingston Road Flower Market - Floral Designer

About 

The Kingston Road Flower Market is one of the oldest Flower Shops in the Beaches, dating back to 1939. We are our community's local flower market, providing fresh, seasonal florals, plants, and arrangements for any occasion. We strive to meet the needs of our community by providing exceptional customer service. Join our team and be a part of our local community.

Job Description

Requirements

  • Create floral arrangements for various occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and funerals 

  • Assist customers in selecting the right flowers and arrangements for their needs 

  • Process customer orders and handle cash transactions 

  • Maintain inventory of flowers, plants, and supplies 

  • Arrange flowers in vases, baskets, or other containers, while maintaining a clean workspace. 

  • Ensure that all floral arrangements are well-maintained and presented beautifully 

  • Provide exceptional customer service and address any customer concerns or inquiries


Experience:

  • Previous experience in the floral industry would be an asset.

  • Knowledge of different types of flowers, plants, and their care requirements preferred

  • Familiarity with floral design techniques and trends 

  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple orders and tasks simultaneously

  • Excellent attention to detail to create visually appealing arrangements 

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines


We are hiring for Part Time, Full Time, and Contract Positions.

If you have a passion for flowers and enjoy creating beautiful arrangements, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Florist.

Hiring Positions:

  • Full Time

  • Part Time

  • Seasonal 

  • Contract

  • Freelance


Wage: 

  • Overtime pay 

  • Store Discount


Hours: 

Part Time - 10-25 Hours per week

Full Time - 35-40 hours per week


Ability to work weekends as needed. 

Fortinos (Bolton) Ltd.

Fortinos (Bolton) Ltd.

487 Queen St S, Bolton, ON, L7E 2B4

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Full Time Floral Designer

Department: Floral

PASSION & COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SERVICE IS A KEY DRIVER FOR OUR COMPANY

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring exceptional customer service is provided in a courteous manner to maintain

our reputation for friendly, effective, and personalized experience.

• To provide excellent customer relations through selling, educating and consulting in order to

strengthen customer loyalty;

• To design innovative and exciting fresh, silk and dried flower arrangements;

• To assist with the merchandising within the department;

• To assist with ordering of floral products;

• To ensure that the safety, sanitation and general maintenance of the department meet with

Company standards;

• To direct part-time employees when left in charge of the department;

• To respond to customer inquiries and requests, maintaining courteous customer relations at

all times;

• To assist with operation of the Garden Centre;

• To perform other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

• Exceptional customer service skills

• Minimum of 3 years’ floral design experience in a retail environment;

• Demonstrated creativity and innovation;

• Demonstrated selling skills;

• Garden Centre experience would be an asset;

• Flexibility to work a variety of hours including days, evenings and weekends;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

• Self starter;

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure.

Interested applicants please forward you resume to:

Attention: Bolton Location

Email: FortinosRecruitment@loblaw.ca

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity or interview, please advise if you require accommodation.

NOTE: The Employer noted in this posting is an independently owned corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the

“FORTINOS” trademark(s) by Loblaw Inc. If an applicant is hired by the Franchisee, then his/her employer will be the Franchisee.

No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Loblaws Inc. or its affiliates.

Assistant Needed - Toronto

We are looking for an assistant to our creative team.

This person should be somewhat creative, someone who works well with a team and follows directions.

You must have a valid driver's license and be able to do some heavy lifting of our larger arrangements to assist with the installation of some of our larger commercial contracts.

Email: pdemarco1044@gmail.com

Phone: (416) 967-0893

High End Toronto Florist business looking for a Senior Designer/Manager

High End Toronto Florist business looking for a Senior Designer/Manager

We are looking for a creative individual with an outgoing personality to manage our day-to-day operations. Experience as well as the following would be required Creative individual - Outgoing personality to deal with clients Able to manage our VIP clients - Driver’s license - Computer skills, basic accounting Previous floral experience - Buying experience - Works well as a team player Meet the High expectations of our clients with quality, value and creativity Heavy lifting required

Please send a resume, with past experiences, qualifications to hr@demarco-perpich.com


Toronto - Senior Designer / Manager

We are currently hiring. Position available: Senior Designer / Manager

The perspective associate shall be someone who possesses a high level of individual creativity as well as an engaging personality. Articulate communications skills in dealing with loyal, high end clientele and VIP clients upholding our impeccable standards. As well as having experience or ability to undertake weekly installations on a large scale, the applicant must possess a valid driver’s license with a clear abstract as you will be required to service our clients and install large corporate installations. Floral experience is an asset, knowledge of stock and floral design experience required.

Working as part of a talented team will be essential to success. Computer skills will be needed for the order system function, experience with floral inventory as well as the ability to monitor inventory and replenish as needed through our relationships with our supply chain.

We understand that a period of orientation and training will need to be undertaken. please forward your cover letter and resume to hr@demarco-perpich.com Thank you for your interest. Demarco Perpich Fine Flowers


Kent Florist - Lindsay, ON

We are looking for a part time Jr Designer for our shop in Lindsay.

We ask that the candidate be an experience individual in retail. Have some experience with floral design. Be willing to work in busy environments, while remaining organized. The candidate should also possess amazing customer service skills & have an eye for design.

You must be able to lift 30lbs buckets & boxes. 

Kent Florist

92 Kent St W

Lindsay, ON K9V 2Y4

www.kentflorist.net

(705) 324-7314

(800) 669-4942