Mid Level to Senior Level Florist

Van Gogh Flowers is one of Melbourne’s leading premium florists, renowned for exceptional quality, creative floral design and outstanding customer service. We create beautiful everyday bouquets, bespoke wedding and event florals, corporate installations, sympathy arrangements and luxury gifting.

We’re looking for passionate and experienced Mid-Level to Senior Florists to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for someone who loves flowers, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in producing work of the highest standard.

About the Role

As members of our floristry team, you’ll be responsible for creating premium floral designs while helping maintain our high standards of quality, presentation and customer experience. You’ll work closely with our retail and events teams and have the opportunity to mentor junior florists.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and create premium bouquets and floral arrangements for retail, weddings, events and corporate clients.
• Produce high-quality work efficiently in a busy retail environment.
• Prepare, process and care for fresh flowers to maximise quality and vase life.
• Maintain attractive retail displays and visual merchandising.
• Assist with stock rotation, flower conditioning and inventory management.
• Work directly with customers to provide expert floral advice and recommendations.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal collections and new product designs.
• Support event installations and pack-downs when required.
• Help train and guide junior florists and florist assistants.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional workspace at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years’ experience as a florist in a retail or studio environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating excellent bouquet and arrangement design.
• Confidence working independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent colour, design and styling skills.
• Experience with weddings and events is highly regarded.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak periods such as Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day.
• Friendly, professional and customer-focused attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Certificate III or IV in Floristry is desirable but not essential for experienced candidates.

What We Offer

• Above-award salary based on experience.
• A supportive and creative team environment.
• Opportunity to work with premium flowers sourced from Australia and around the world.
• Career progression into Senior Florist, Team Leader or Store Manager roles.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

If you’re passionate about floral design and want to work with one of Melbourne’s premium florists, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your resume, portfolio (if available) and a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for Van Gogh Flowers.

Pay: $35.00 – $50.00 per hour

Work Location: In person