We are hiring for the 2025 Season

We are looking to add two or three people to our team this year. we would love to hear from you if you think you would be a good fit for one or more of these positions.

Farm Store Associate

Do you love flowers? The job will consist of assisting customers, keeping the store clean and organized, assist customers in picking up custom orders. Some knowledge of flowers and flower care is desired, as well as a willingness to learn.

Part-time job: Must be available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. 4-6 hours a day. Current hours open hours are Thursday and Friday 12-5, and Saturday 10-2. Hours will mostly likely change for summer. With Fridays being 10-5 and Saturdays possibly as early as 8:00 am to be able to assist with morning wedding pick-ups.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist customers in selecting fresh and dried flowers and gifts

  • Handle sales transactions and maintain a tidy sales area

  • Restock and arrange displays for an inviting shopping experience

  • Assist in a la carte wedding pick-ups

Qualifications:

  • A love for flowers

  • Basic knowledge of plants and dried flowers (or willingness to learn)

  • Friendly, customer-focused attitude with strong communication skills

  • Ability to work independently

  • Comfortable with light lifting (flower buckets, small displays)

If you’re passionate about flowers and enjoy helping people find the perfect bloom, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation:

  • hourly wage 20.00 per hour

  • Flowers to take home during the season

How to Apply: Please send your resume or a brief description of your experience and why you want to work with us, to faye@buttermilkfloral.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Our store retail store is still new and building clientele and foot traffic. Hours may change as we see what works well and increase as there is a need for more open days.

Seasonal Farm Assistant

Job Title: Part-Time Farm / Garden Assistant

Location: 1803 Buttermilk Lane, Arcata

Position Type: Part-Time - days flexible depending on schedule.

Job Summary: We are looking for reliable and hardworking individuals to join our team for the 2025 season, as a part-time farm/garden worker, your primary responsibilities will include weeding (lots of weeding), harvesting, and planting flowers, ensuring the farm runs smoothly and our blooms remain vibrant and healthy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Weeding: (Lots of weeding) Regularly remove weeds from flower beds, this will include both hand weeding and weeding with a hoe. We believe weeding is the best form of therapy and one of the most satisfying garden jobs.

  • Harvesting: Harvesting, flowers, fruit and vegetables

  • Planting: Help with planting new flowers and maintaining healthy growth by following proper planting techniques.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in farming or market gardening is a plus but not required.

  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

  • Physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks such as bending, kneeling, and lifting.

  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn and complete any task.

  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Hours & Schedule:

  • Flexible part-time hours, typically 8-16 hours per week

  • Work schedule may vary depending on the season and farm needs. Half days, or full days.

  • Season to run through at least the end of October, possibly continuing through the winter.

Compensation:

  • hourly wage 20.00 per hour

  • flowers, to take home during the season.

How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief description of your experience and why you want to work with us to faye@buttermilkfloral.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Seasonal Floral Design Assistant

Job Title: Seasonal Floral Design Assistant
Job Type: Seasonal as needed. Will communicate the days needed when hiring. Days may adjust.
Hours: Variable, including weekends and early mornings/evenings as needed

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Floral Design Assistant to join our team for the wedding season. If you love flowers, have an eye for design, and enjoy working in a creative and fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation and assembly of wedding floral arrangements, including bouquets, centerpieces, and installations.

  • Process, condition, and maintain fresh flowers to ensure quality and longevity.

  • Help transport, set up, and install floral designs at event venues.

  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, wash buckets.

  • Follow design instructions and provide support to the lead floral designer as needed.

  • Assist in breaking down and cleaning up floral installations post-event.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in floral design and ability to efficiently recreate designs.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle flowers with care.

  • Comfortable lifting heavy items, standing for long periods, and working in various weather conditions.

Compensation:

  • hourly wage based on experience

  • flowers to take home during the season.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume, a brief introduction about yourself, and any relevant experience or portfolio work to Faye@buttermilkfloral.com. We can’t wait to meet you!