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Floral Associate

12/23/2025

Create and maintain visually appealing floral displays while providing exceptional customer service. Follow proper flower handling practices and ensure cleanliness in the floral department.

Working Hours

20 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Oakes Farms is hiring for all 3 of its retail stores in Naples Florida: Seed to Table (our flagship store), Oakes Farms Market, and Food & Thought. Seed to Table is a two-story grocery store in Naples, Florida selling farm-fresh produce from Oakes Farms. Featuring an in-store butcher shop, fish market, and full-service bakery, plus an incredible wine section and beer cave, 3 different bars, and multiple restaurants with different cuisines for dine-in. Seed to Table is a hot spot for local entertainment, with live music every night of the week. Featured bands range from pop, rock, and dance to country, Latin, and reggae - there's truly something for everyone to enjoy. Oakes Farms Market on Davis Blvd in Naples has all the major pantry necessities too like a large selection of dry goods, dairy items, fresh meats, and seafood. The full-service deli department features a daily menu of hot entrees and assortment of tasty salads. The bakery is filled with fresh-baked breads and sweet treats including cakes, pies and cookies. Let us cater your next event! Shoppers love the extra touches like its juice and coffee bar, make-your-own peanut butter station, organic and all-natural options for the home and body, on-site guacamole and salsa preparation, outdoor cafe deck, garden center, and daily samples. Got a meat or seafood lover in the house? Oakes Farms Market meat department is overseen by a real butcher who hand cuts just about everything in the case. And the seafood department is always filled with raw, live and cooked signature Captain Jerry’s Seafood items. Last but not least, Food and Thought offers only the highest quality organic produce and groceries, fresh juices, delicious food from our cafe, coffee, homemade baked goods, herbal supplements, beauty products and sustainable clothing. Here, we enjoy a close-knit and welcoming community of like-minded people, a lovely courtyard with opportunities for peaceful nourishment and intelligent conversation.

About the Role

Description

Location: Naples, FL | Employment Type: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

“There are no strangers here, only friends we have yet to meet.” — Frank Oakes

From fresh blooms to beautiful moments

At Seed to Table, we’re more than a market — we’re a community rooted in fresh, organic, and high-quality products. As a Floral Associate, you’ll play a key role in creating and presenting beautiful floral arrangements while delivering warm, attentive, and exceptional customer service.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth:
Start as an apprentice and grow into a skilled floral professional. Your development matters to us—we invest in your success.
Employee Discounts:
Enjoy exclusive discounts on our delicious organic food, including dining and groceries.
Community & Culture:
Be part of a welcoming, supportive family that values diversity, collaboration, and personal growth.
Work-Life Balance:
We offer paid vacation time so you can rest, recharge, and take care of what matters most.
Referral Rewards:
Know someone talented? Refer them and earn rewards for helping our team grow.
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Requirements

Essential Job Functions

Create and maintain visually appealing floral displays that are well-stocked, signed, fresh, and organized.
Follow proper flower handling and safety practices, including care for delicate or specialty florals.
Accurately price floral merchandise and rotate product according to store quality standards.
Provide warm, attentive, and knowledgeable customer service, including assisting with floral selection, wrapping, and arrangements.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the floral department to meet sanitation and quality expectations.
Safely use tools and equipment required for floral preparation, following all safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

Basic knowledge of plant and flower care, including the ability to differentiate between various types of flowers, plants, and related merchandise, and understand their indoor and outdoor care needs.
Strong teamwork, organization, time management, and planning skills.
Excellent communication and active listening skills.
Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
Non-slip shoes are required for safety while working in the department.

Physical Requirements

Standing & Walking: Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
Lifting & Handling: Ability to regularly lift, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in varying temperatures, including hot, humid, and cold environments, and tolerate moderate exposure to dust and cleaning agents.
Allergies: Must be able to work with a wide variety of fresh floral products without adverse allergic reactions.
Mobility & Flexibility: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and move as required throughout the shift.
Equipment Use: Ability to safely use a step stool or ladder when necessary.
Balance & Coordination: Ability to maintain balance and stability while performing job duties.
Manual Dexterity: Ability to perform tasks requiring both gross and fine motor skills.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Seed to Table is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. Join us and be part of our family!

Key Skills

Floral ArrangementCustomer ServiceTeamworkOrganizationTime ManagementCommunicationActive ListeningFlower CareSafety PracticesProduct PricingSanitationEquipment UseManual DexterityMobilityFlexibilityBalance