- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $22–23/hour
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès seeks a Hospitality Support Associate for its South Coast Plaza boutique in Costa Mesa, supporting front- and back-of-house operations and the client experience. This temporary seasonal role runs from November through December 31 and pays $22.00–$23.00 per hour, with the actual rate based on the job, location, and individual experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet clients on the main floor, identify their needs, and escort them to the appropriate floor or sales associate.
- Provide beverage service in line with brand standards and coordinate with management to keep beverage supplies stocked.
- Offer hospitality services, such as providing coloring books for children.
- Support the sales process by hanging merchandise, returning items to the floor, retrieving stock, and physically preparing the stockroom.
- Organize and prioritize the workstation and selling floor; keep bags, boxes, note cards, ribbons, stationery, and other supplies stocked; and maintain merchandise presentation standards by straightening and replenishing items.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills.
- Customer-service orientation.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to handle difficult situations with grace, compassion, and composure.
- Ability to lift 0–25 lbs. without assistance.
- Regular in-person work at a company-designated location is an essential function of the position.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 1 year
Workplace
This position is based in Costa Mesa, California, USA, within easy reach of Los Angeles.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 22 to USD 23 per hour.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Hermès, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Guest Services Associate», «Client Hospitality Associate», «Retail Hospitality Assistant», «Boutique Guest Experience Associate», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.