Kate Spade Stylist

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Location
OntarioCaliforniaUSA
Employment
Temporary
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$15–24.25/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
Jun 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 is hiring a Temporary Stylist in Ontario, California. Assist customers with styling and product selection in this flexible part-time retail role.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
  • Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and aesthetic preferences
  • Provide styling advice, suggest complementary add-ons, and create complete looks that showcase the brand's lifestyle perspective
  • Use creativity to demonstrate multiple ways to wear products and encourage customers to explore new styles
  • Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
  • Reinforce and celebrate customer choices, inviting them to return to the store
  • Drive sales results through strong customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
  • Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS transactions
  • Give and receive feedback in an honest, constructive manner to support team development

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a retail environment
  • Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
  • Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
  • Proficiency in English
  • Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally)
  • Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
  • Flexible schedule availability to work nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays

Skills

Customer engagement and styling Product knowledge Sales techniques POS systems Inventory management Storytelling and brand communication Omni-channel selling Social media awareness

Experience

Prior experience in a retail environment is required to succeed in this customer-facing styling role.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is typical for this retail position, though the posting does not explicitly specify formal educational requirements.

Workplace

The role is situated in Ontario, California, USA — conveniently close to Los Angeles.

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

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