Maintenance Associate

Description For over 80 years, the dedicated team at Winston Flowers has been committed to fostering excellence in everything we do. Today, our family-owned company has a worldwide online presence, two state-of-the-art design studios—60,000 square feet in Boston and 12,000 square feet in New York City—and retail shops throughout the Greater Boston area and in Greenwich, Connecticut. Each and every person on our team works in pursuit of a singular goal: to take care of our clients’ precious moments as if they were our own. We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Associate to assist our team in Greenwich, CT. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Job Responsibilities: Processes floral product and put in appropriate containers for storage or display Maintains clean, organized, and safe public and work areas, including sweeping, mopping, cleaning restrooms and windows, emptying trash, and replacing light bulbs as needed. Organizes, rotate and clean floral cooler, including bleaching on a regular basis Stocks and organize shelves in work and storage areas; ensure vases and other hard goods are clean and in saleable condition Ensures cash wrap is always fully stocked with packaging supplies Unloads and unpack floral, plant and hard goods shipments from LIC and Boston Design Studios Develops a working understanding of Winston Flowers’ design styles and create specialty floral designs that meet established standards and aesthetics. Assists with preparing cash and carry mixed bouquets daily and supports the consistent maintenance and refreshment of product merchandising Applies proper flower fundamental handling techniques, while consistently meeting required standards of production and cost of goods Participates in daily set up and breakdown of shop including physical transportation of floral displays as needed Assists manager and staff with other special projects as business needs require Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Experience in floral, horticulture, retail, hospitality, or a similar hands-on customer service environment preferred. Experience handling and caring for fresh flowers or plants. Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Other: Flexible work schedule required, including weekend availability Peak business periods will require extended work days and work weeks Ability to lift up to 30 pounds #J-18808-Ljbffr Winston Flowers