Kate Spade Seasonal Stylist
- Location
- ArvinCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 22, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.
Kate Spade New York seeks a Seasonal Stylist in Arvin, California. Part-time retail position offering styling and customer service at The Outlets at Tejon.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful questions to understand customer needs and preferences
- Provide personalized styling advice and suggest complementary products to create complete looks
- Use creative techniques to showcase multiple ways to wear products and encourage customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout and transaction experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting them to return and building brand loyalty
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS system transactions
- Give and receive constructive feedback in a professional and collaborative manner
- Work flexibly to accommodate business needs, including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail or customer-facing environment
- Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team setting
- Awareness of social media and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Fluency in English or local market language
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and navigate the sales floor and stockroom
- Flexibility to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, public holidays, and seasonal peaks
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail environment is required. Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles with a track record of building strong customer relationships and achieving sales targets is preferred.
Education
No specific educational credential is required; however, a passion for fashion, style, and the Kate Spade brand is essential.
Workplace
This position is based in Arvin, California, USA, within easy reach of Bakersfield.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, and tuition assistance.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.
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
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