ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Floral Director Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Harris Teeter

Part Time Floral Designer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

... direct that person to the department manager or manager-on-duty for appropriate action. Remember ... Ensure that all floral products are properly refrigerated. Check temperatures of product, cases ...

Encore Decor

Event Producer

Silver Spring, MD

... floral decor, AVL effects that create emotional experiences for their guests. Integrating a wide ... Under the mentorship of the Creative Director you'll lead event planning and production. From event ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsFloral JobsFloral Director JobsFloral Director Jobs in Reston, VA

Floral Director information

See Reston, VA salary details

$10

$18

$30

How much do floral director jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for floral director in Reston, VA is $18.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.00 and $20.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a floral director?

Floral Directors are professionals who oversee the creative and operational aspects of floral design within a business or event setting. They are responsible for managing teams of florists, developing floral concepts for weddings, events, or retail displays, and ensuring that all arrangements meet client expectations and budget requirements. Their role often includes sourcing flowers, coordinating with vendors, and staying up-to-date with floral trends. Floral Directors typically work in event planning companies, large floral shops, or hotels, and play a key part in creating visually impactful floral experiences.

How does a floral director typically collaborate with event planners and clients to ensure floral designs meet expectations?

A Floral Director works closely with event planners and clients from the initial consultation through the final execution of events. They interpret the client's vision, propose creative floral concepts, and manage the design team to bring those ideas to life. Regular meetings and clear communication are essential to confirm themes, budgets, and timelines, while flexibility is key to accommodating last-minute changes. This collaborative approach ensures that the floral arrangements enhance the overall event and meet client expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a floral director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floral Director, you need extensive knowledge of floral design, strong project management abilities, and experience in event planning, often supported by a degree in floral design or horticulture. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and floral design tools is typically required. Leadership, creativity, and excellent communication skills help you inspire teams and exceed client expectations. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality floral arrangements, managing complex events, and driving business success in a competitive market.

What is the difference between Floral Director vs Floral Designer?

AspectFloral DirectorFloral Designer
CredentialsTypically requires floral design certifications and leadership experienceRequires floral design skills, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple floral projects, manages teams, works in event or retail settingsCreates floral arrangements, works directly with clients or on projects
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large floral companies, event planning, and retail chainsCommon in boutique floral shops, event setups, and retail stores

The Floral Director focuses on managing floral teams, overseeing large projects, and strategic planning, while the Floral Designer primarily creates floral arrangements and works directly with clients. Both roles require floral design skills, but the Floral Director has additional leadership responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Floral jobs in Reston, VA?

The most popular types of Floral jobs in Reston, VA are:

Floral Director jobs near you
Infographic showing various Floral Director job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,801 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Part Time Floral Designer

Ashburn, VA • On-site

Harris Teeter
Retail • 10K+ employees

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 870 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 123 rated grocery stores

Recommended by students

Paid breaks

Respectful managers

Learn more about Harris Teeterexternal

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

This is a part time position.
SUMMARY. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, floral care and handling skills, sales ability, customer relations skills, and cooperation with fellow associates to create An Incredible Place To Work and Shop. Designs and fashions live, cut, dried, and artificial floral and foliar arrangements for events such as holidays, anniversaries, weddings, parties, and funerals. Responsible for processing/packaging/stocking/maintaining floral products according to standards, cleaning work areas, providing customer service unloading stock, and reloading salvage.
Customers are among Harris Teeter's most valuable assets. Every associate represents Harris Teeter to our customers and the public. The way associates perform their jobs presents an image of the entire Company. Customers judge Harris Teeter by how they are treated each time they have contact with an associate. Therefore, one of the top business priorities is to assist any customer or potential customer. Nothing is more important than being courteous, friendly, helpful, and prompt in the attention given to customers.
Harris Teeter will provide training to all associates who have extensive customer contact. If a customer wishes to make a specific comment or complaint that you cannot resolve, you are required to direct that person to the department manager or manager-on-duty for appropriate action. Remember that all contacts with the public in person, over the telephone, and through any communication reflect not only on an individual associate but on Harris Teeter as a whole. Positive customer relations will not only enhance the public's image of Harris Teeter, but also pay off in greater customer loyalty and increased sales and profit.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Initiate interaction with customers on the sales floor. Ask the customers questions regarding their shopping needs. Provide customers information needed to meet their taste and meal requirements. Follow through on customer requests.
Your job performance is required to demonstrate the highest level of customer service. Never be rude to a customer
under any circumstance.
Follow through on customer requests. If you cannot say "yes" to a customer's request, bring in department
management or the manager-on-duty. Never turn down business.
Make eye contact with and smile at every customer.
Speak to customers in a genuine, clear, and enthusiastic manner and ask if they found everything they were looking
for.
Reflect an appropriate business image to customers and visitors. How you dress, your grooming and personal cleanliness standards all contribute to that image and also to the morale of your fellow associates. During business hours or whenever representing Harris Teeter, you are expected to present a clean, neat, and tasteful appearance. You are required to always dress and groom yourself according to our Company policy that reflects accepted conservative norms.
Be reliable and punctual by reporting for work on time and as scheduled. When you are absent or late, it places a burden on other associates and can impact productivity and service. In the rare instances when you cannot avoid being late or are unable to work as scheduled, notify your supervisor or Manager-on-duty two (2) hours in advance of your scheduled start time so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Confers with client regarding price and type of arrangement desired. Plans arrangement according to client's requirements and costs or selects appropriate standard design pattern. Selects flora and foliage necessary for arrangement. Trims material and arranges bouquets, sprays, wreaths, dish gardens, terrariums, and other items.
Decorates buildings, halls, churches, or other facilities where events are planned. Packs and wraps completed arrangements. Estimates costs and prices arrangements. Conducts classes or demonstrations.
Unload product from truck and place in coolers according to Receiving and Rotation standards; load salvage on truck as required. Remove products from storage.
Operate all necessary equipment to effectively prepare and portion products according to standards and/or customer's specification.
Operate wrapping station and scales. Weight, price, date, wrap, and package products according to standards.
Sell Only Fresh Products. Follow Harris Teeter standards regarding product preparation, merchandising, rotation, dating, and markdown standards and guidelines. Comply with the Food Safety policy (RO-37).
Ensure that all floral products are properly refrigerated. Check temperatures of product, cases, and coolers according to standards.
Keep Our Shelves Properly Stocked. Stock and block product according to standards and in a manner that maximizes sales and minimizes shrink. Work backstock on a regular basis. Process close-dated and damaged product according to standards.
Check merchandising displays regularly to ensure the availability of advertised items.
Inform management of the lack of advertised items, incorrect prices, missing signs, departmental changes, and/or other situations as appropriate.
Keep Our Stores Clean. Comply with Health Department and Department of Agriculture [Weights & Measures] standards, regulations, and requirements. Follow Harris Teeter sanitation standards and procedures. Clean and sanitize prep room and coolers as appropriate. Keep counters and food contact surfaces clean at all times, refrigerator glass & windows wiped, floors swept and mopped, garbage emptied, displays well merchandised and neat.
Communicate in English with customers and fellow associates regarding requests, current sales promotions, marketing campaigns, and essential products. When a customer asks where a product is located, take the customer to the product.
Be knowledgeable of and perform fixed activities when business is light. (i.e. sweeping, cleaning, blocking, straightening, etc.)
Answer telephones by saying "Harris Teeter [store name], this is [name], may I help you?" and provide requested information in a polite and professional manner. Respond back to people on "hold" in a timely manner.
Understand the overall Floral Department operation. Complete paperwork accurately and maintain proper records.
Assist in the inventory and price change processes.
Follow all safety regulations and help keep the store free of dangerous situations. Immediately inform store management of all accidents and/or safety hazards. Record accidents and safety hazards in the designated log.
Ensure that chemicals are handled, mixed, and applied according to directions and in compliance to the Hazard Communication Program Manual.
Adapt to various situations and adjust to shifting priorities. Be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks. Balance taking direction with taking initiative and demonstrate the flexibility required to accomplish the duties of the entire shift.
Provide assistance to fellow associates to complete daily tasks such as unloading trucks, checking in deliveries, taking inventory, restocking and organizing display merchandisers and coolers, and other duties as assigned.
Establish a working and shopping environment of trust, respect, and integrity.
Take Excellent Care Of Your Fellow Associates. Be a team player. Support and assist your fellow associates without complaint. Be open to new ideas and opportunities. Follow through with any special requests or recommendations from management.
Comply with Company standards, policies, and procedures.
Perform essential job functions throughout scheduled hours.
QUALIFICATIONS. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Associates must be at least 16 years of age.
PERSONAL SKILLS. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Willingness to participate in and successfully complete required training and to work with the team to increase customer satisfaction and sales.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos [in English].Ability to write simple correspondence [in English].Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization who only speak English.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS.Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement.
REASONING ABILITY. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS. Complete Company's training including but not limited to: new hire orientation, food sanitation, customer service network, safety, food safety, and product knowledge.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Repetition
Weight
Frequently - near constant work
Up to 5 lbs
Intermittently - up to several times an hour
Up to 10 lbs
Occasionally - up to several times a shift
Up to 30 lbs
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has published guidelines for safe lifting. Based on those, Harris Teeter requires our associates to obtain assistance from a second associate ("team lifting") when lifting any case or object weighing 50lbs or greater. Harris Teeter also recognizes that some associates may need to obtain assistance with weights under 50lbs, and encourages team lifts for any weight that an associate feels uncomfortable lifting by themselves.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The associate is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 5 pounds, intermittently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 30 pounds, and reaches from 6-72 inches. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently exposed to a cool environment and to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and is frequently exposed to extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
COMPETENCIES.To perform the job successfully, an individual is required to demonstrate the following competencies:
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation
Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Informs management at least 2 hours before shift
begins when going to be late or absent from work.
Customer Service - Provides exceptional customer service even in difficult or emotional customer situations;
Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service ; Responds to requests for
service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps
commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of Company EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences;
Promotes a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and
ethically; Upholds Company values.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Asks for and offers help when

What Harris Teeter employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply