Kate Spade Stylist
- Location
- GilroyCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 28, 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, Gilroy Premium Outlets: Temporary Stylist position. $15.00–$24.25/hr. Part-time with flexible retail schedule.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customer needs through insightful questioning to understand personal style preferences and requirements
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest coordinating pieces, and create complete outfits that incorporate Kate Spade products into customers' existing wardrobes
- Showcase multiple ways to wear products using creativity and innovation to encourage customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Provide and receive constructive feedback in an honest, professional manner
- Demonstrate proficiency in omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Lift and maneuver merchandise weighing up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and high-traffic retail periods
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior retail environment experience
- Strong product knowledge and ability to articulate brand value across all categories
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced retail setting
- Collaborative team player mentality
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- English language proficiency (or local language proficiency per market)
- Ability to lift and maneuver merchandise regularly (25 lbs minimum, up to 50 lbs occasionally)
- Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and work comfortably on the sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Candidates should demonstrate professional selling skills and a proven ability to build customer relationships and drive sales results through consultative engagement.
Education
No specific educational attainment is explicitly required. Candidates must demonstrate English language proficiency or local market language proficiency.
Workplace
This position is based in Gilroy, California, USA, within easy reach of San Jose.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 24.25 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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