Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Location
- BarstowCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 13, 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 Temporary Style Advisor in Barstow, California. Part-time retail position offering customer styling, brand expertise, and sales opportunities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to inform styling recommendations
- Provide personalized styling advice and suggest coordinated looks that encourage customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure seamless checkout transactions
- Maintain operational excellence through stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate point-of-sale transactions
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, compelling brand storytelling, and effective product demonstrations
- Reinforce customer choices and foster loyalty by inviting repeat visits and celebrating individual style preferences
- Demonstrate awareness of social media and omnichannel selling techniques, including virtual selling capabilities
- Perform physical duties including lifting merchandise (up to 50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs regularly), climbing, bending, kneeling, and maneuvering throughout the sales floor and stockroom
Qualifications
- Prior experience in retail sales or customer-facing environments
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively within a team setting
- Strong English proficiency or local language proficiency as required by market
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, seasonal peaks, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail environment, with demonstrated success in customer engagement and sales. Familiarity with fashion, lifestyle branding, or luxury retail is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; additional retail certifications or customer service training is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Barstow, California, USA, with easy access to Los Angeles.
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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