Floral Associate

The centerpiece of the Seaport District’s renaissance is an entirely re-imagined historic Tin Building, featuring a one-of-a-kind Marketplace and entertainment venue operated by renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

The Tin Building by Jean Georges will feature multiple unique venues: Several full-service restaurants, fast casual and counter dining outlets as well as 10,000 sf of retail featuring private label products, grab and go, grocery and CPGs. To support this significant operation the Marketplace will feature a large commissary kitchen and bakery, as well as an exhibition kitchen that will provide media opportunities.

The Howard Hughes Corporation, the nationally recognized real estate company overseeing the re-development of New York City’s Seaport District, envisions the repositioning of the property as a magnet for attracting locals and visitors alike with a unique, year-round blend of entertainment, food and retail offerings.

If you are a food enthusiast like the rest of us, we encourage you to apply and be a part of a growing team of the next food destination!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Floral Associate ensures that the department is full, well stocked, display case is attractive and full, and product is fresh. A knowledgeable resource for all things floral goods related. Responsible for the Floral Department, as well as sub-category departments. Upholds all food safety and sanitation standards, laws, and regulations. Upholds all Department of Weights and Measures regulations. Ensures the department is working and operating according to Tin’s standards.

Evaluates product and inventory needs as well as receives incoming product and assists manager and department lead.

Assists guests with selection, and shares knowledge of preparation and pairings.

“Packs out” product, stocks, rotates, merchandises displays and assures a full and fronted department.

Works with the manager to insure pars are accurate and met for order needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stocks, rotates, merchandises and quality checks products according to department procedures and Regulated Health Codes
• Ensures all product is merchandised attractively, as per brand standards
• Rotates products according to First In First Out (FIFO) standards; ensuring all products are within expiration code and of the highest quality
• Maintains and organizes back-stock and storage areas according to department standards
• Adheres to all guidelines about product recommendations and information
• Communicates department needs, adjustments and problems promptly and efficiently to manager
• Can speak knowledgably about Tin products and specialty food products
• Participates in scheduled inventory procedures or spot inventory audits
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment in compliance with department, federal and state regulations
• Performs light cleaning duties such as sweeping, dusting and garbage disposal as necessary. Keeps workstation clean and manages department sightlines
• Responsible for accurately recording loss in a timely manner
• Follow all Company Policies and Procedures and SOPs, including quality, health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Prior Floral service preferred
• Competent proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain organized in a fast paced, hands on environment
• Intermediate computer skills
• Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success

REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays, as required
• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 – 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for prolong periods of time
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the store.  Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment
• Climbing steps regularly.

The base pay range for this position is a range of $18 - $20 per hour. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.

Creative Culinary Management is an equal opportunity employer.