Kate Spade Stylist
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $17.60–22/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 8, 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 Stylist in Toronto to provide expert styling advice, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet customers 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 understand personal style preferences and lifestyle requirements
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Showcase multiple styling approaches and encourage customers to explore new aesthetics and product combinations
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout experiences
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices to encourage repeat visits and brand loyalty
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, authentic storytelling, and brand narrative communication
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Provide and receive feedback in a constructive, honest manner to support continuous improvement
- Work flexibly across nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days to meet business needs
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior retail environment experience
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team
- Social media awareness and willingness to develop omnichannel and virtual selling capabilities
- Fluency in English or local language proficiency as required by market
- Physical ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Capability to climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom environments
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professional selling capabilities and an ability to build meaningful customer relationships.
Education
No specific formal education requirement is stated. However, proficiency in English or the local market language is essential.
Workplace
The role is situated in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 17.60 to CAD 22 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(K), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, 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.
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