Hermès Maison Host
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
About Hermès
Hermès is a family-owned French maison renowned for exceptional artisanal savoir-faire and an unwavering focus on craftsmanship, creativity and high-quality materials. As an independent luxury house, Hermès cultivates a collaborative environment where designers, artisans and retail teams work together to deliver distinguished client experiences across its boutiques worldwide.
Hermès — Maison Host in Melbourne: manage boutique welcome, appointments and private client hospitality at the Melbourne boutique.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee front-of-house and sales floor operations in partnership with Floor Managers to embody the Maison’s client service standards and act as an ambassador for the boutique.
- Manage queue and appointment workflows, welcome walk-in clients, and provide a consistently elevated first impression on entry.
- Guide clients on boutique tours, deliver architectural and product-related information, and escort clients to their appointed sales team or private client areas.
- Coordinate and prepare private client areas for appointments, maintain booking records and ensure areas are returned to immaculate condition after each visit.
- Manage service stock ordering and replenishment (beverages, food accompaniments, porcelain, glassware, hygiene and client-service tools) in collaboration with Admin and Service Liaison.
- Maintain boutique presentation and cleanliness; liaise with visual merchandising and cleaning teams to uphold brand standards.
- Liaise with and manage the store security team and work with Team Leaders and Floor Managers to resolve external disturbances or client-service issues.
- Support in-store activations, clientelling activities and sales events; provide sales tools and logistical support during appointments.
- Provide training and user support for appointment and waiting systems; promote system optimisation and best practices across the sales team.
- Collate and present reports on private client appointments and service metrics; ensure audit compliance across all aspects of the role.
- Identify service improvements, share best practices with colleagues and assist with ad hoc projects as required.
Qualifications
- Minimum three years’ experience in customer-facing retail, luxury hospitality or front-of-house operations (requisition specifies Minimum 3 years).
- Full working rights to work in Australia are required.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on discretion and client confidentiality.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a high‑pace luxury retail environment and to coordinate multiple stakeholders (sales, security, VM, service teams).
Skills
Experience
Minimum three years of experience in luxury retail, boutique operations or upscale hospitality with responsibility for front‑of‑house/client hospitality and appointment management.
Education
No formal academic requirement specified; vocational qualifications in retail or hospitality are advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Culture
Hermès emphasises a family spirit and a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and individual responsibility. The Maison values diversity and inclusivity, fosters personal and professional development, and expects employees to contribute to a respectful, service‑driven environment.
About Cerulean
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