Florist Support - 16 Hours/week

Heckfield Place; Hook; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality venue in the UK is seeking a part-time Florist Support. The role involves creating beautiful floral arrangements under guidance, maintaining the flower preparation areas, and ensuring seasonal decorations. Ideal candidates should possess a passion for flowers, excellent customer service skills, and a willingness to learn. The position offers a salary of £10,200 PA, various employee benefits, and opportunities for training and development. Apply now to be part of a creative environment!

Benefits

Salary of £10,200 PA

Tronc allocation

Increased holiday allowance

Vitality healthcare cover

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance scheme

50% F&B discount

Company sick pay

Enhanced maternity pay

Enhanced paternity pay

Recruit a Friend bonus

Monthly employee recognition scheme

Annual employee parties

Free staff meals

50% discount on products

Online discounts

New baby gift

Qualifications

• Ability to create beautiful floral arrangements with guidance.
• Strong understanding of seasonal floristry.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Understand flower arrangements following the Heckfield design aesthetic.
• Prepare fresh and dried flower arrangements for various areas.
• Work with the florist to reflect seasonal themes in floral decorations.
• Handle flower deliveries and storage efficiently.
• Maintain the flower preparation area.

Skills

Passion for flowers

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 3 City and Guilds qualification or equivalent

Job description

Heckfield is where home, food, company and philosophy coexist seamlessly. A place of escape, and movement calling us to come together. We are honoured to continue the custodianship of this unique and remarkable place, which asks us to consider our impact, and open our eyes to better, more natural ways of living and being.

Heckfield Place are now looking for a Part time – 16 hours/week - Florist Support to join our lovely team.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for flowers, be able to create beautiful floral arrangements with guidance from the In house florist, for a variety of occasions. The successful candidate will have a seasonal understanding to floristry, working closely with our In House Florist and consistently providing excellent customer service. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• To understand flower arrangements following the Heckfield design aesthetic
• To prepare fresh and dried flower arrangements for Bedrooms, Restaurants, Public Areas, Rest Rooms, Bothy and Stalls.
• Support our Florist to create In House floralsto reflect Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter seasons.
• Have a strong understanding of the seasons so the in‑house florals reflect these closely.
• To work with the florist and farm team to ensure the flowers from the farm are used in all decorations where possible and follow the seasons.
• Taking delivery of flowers and storing to maximise their shelf life.
• Follow Heckfield Place ethos and values of sustainability.
• Desirable - L 3 city and guilds qualification (or equivalent) or 2 year’s experience.
• Training will be given, but a willingness to learn seasonal chandelier arrangements and Christmas Install.
• Responsible for the upkeep of the flower preparation areas.
• Undertaking other floral related duties and tasks as assigned by the In‑House Florist.
• Preparing bouquets for guests on request
• Working closely with managers of all departments to ensure the floristry is appropriate to the setting and is prepared within the time constraints of the hotel operation.
• Be able to work weekends

Benefits

• Salary - £10,200 PA
• Tronc (Allocation for 2025 was £7,800+ per annum / per person based on full time hours after completed probation)
• Increased holiday allowance
• Vitality healthcare cover
• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance scheme (from day one, covering up to 2x your annual salary)
• 50% F&B discount when dining in our restaurants
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced paternity pay
• Recruit a Friend bonus (£1000)
• Monthly employee recognition scheme
• Annual employee parties
• Free staff meals
• 50% discount on Wildsmith Skin products
• Heckfield Plus - online discounts
• New baby gift

At Heckfield we pride ourselves on providing training, development and a chance to progress within the company. If you would like to work in a collaborative and creative environment, please apply now!