Job Description

Company Information and Introduction:

Longacres Garden Centre aims to be the destination of choice for garden enthusiasts, offering exceptional service and high-quality products at competitive prices. Established in 1979 as a family-run business, Longacres has grown to include six stores across the South East of England, employing over 700 staff in 2025. As a growing company, we provide ample opportunities for personal development and learning within a supportive, inclusive, and friendly team environment. We are deeply committed to our loyal customers, delivering high quality products while maintaining affordability. Guided by our core values - trust and integrity, family, teamwork, accountability, and retail excellence - we strive to continuously enhance the customer experience and foster lasting relationships.


We are seeking a talented and passionate

Experienced Florist

to join our creative team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in floristry who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional floral designs and customer service. From hand-tied bouquets to bespoke arrangements for events and special occasions, this is a hands-on role that offers the opportunity to showcase your creativity and expertise while working with beautiful, fresh flowers every day.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Skilled in practical floristry, including the creation of hand-tied bouquets, arrangements, and bespoke floral designs Design and prepare floral arrangements for a variety of occasions, including weddings, funerals, corporate events, and special celebrations Assist customers in selecting suitable flowers and arrangements, offering expert advice tailored to their needs and preferences Deliver outstanding customer service, handling enquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive in-store experience Maintain a clean, organised, and professional work environment within the floristry department Complete customer orders accurately and efficiently, following direction from the Line Manager and meeting specified deadlines Support with product replenishment and visual merchandising, ensuring all items are well-presented, safely displayed, clearly priced, and aligned with brand standards Promoting sales through workshops and trade fairs.

Key Skills and Competencies:

Flower knowledge is essential for this role NVQ Level 2 3 year's floristry experience Experience in wedding and Funeral Arrangements Able to work in a fast-paced working environment Excellent customer service skills

Benefits

Free onsite parking 15% Staff discount (Increase to 20% after 5 years service) Training and development with opportunities to forge a career with us Pension plan Recognition and rewards platform Holiday entitlement of 29 days, including bank holidays

Store:

Chelmsford

Department:

Floristry

Contract:

Full-Time

Hours:

37.5 hours per week