Rafaelina Vargas
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Artistic Florist bringing several years of custom design experience for individual client needs and large-scale, special events. Skilled instructor of proper care, handling and preservation methods which enhance life-span and appeal of floral arrangements. Recognized for dedication to providing high-quality products and service which contributes to long-term, satisfied clientele.
Designs and arranges floral displays, bouquets and arrangements aligned with holiday trends and customer requests. Knowledgeable about gift baskets, as well as corsages, boutonnieres and wrist bouquets.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Floral Clerk
Whole Foods Market
New York, NY
05.2018 - Current
- Educated customers about proper handling and care for maximum life of each flower arrangement or plant.
- Unboxed, tagged and placed products in attractive displays to catch attention of patrons upon entering store.
- Prepared new flower and greenery shipments for arrangement by stripping leaves below waterline, cutting new flowers, mixing flower food solutions and filling floral containers with food solutions.
- Drove customer satisfaction by providing recommendations for greenery and flower pairings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gregorio Luperon High School
501 West 165th Street New York, NY 1003206.2012
Skills
- Preparing arrangements
- Merchandise display assembly
- Holiday decorating
- Order writing
- Consultations and recommendations
- Sales and service-oriented
- Effective preservation methods
- Care and handling techniques
- Flower arranging
Accomplishments
- Achieved several successful holiday sales by completing related tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Stepped up on several occasions as acting supervisor when the department was without one.
Timeline
Floral Clerk
Whole Foods Market
05.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Gregorio Luperon High School
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