Kate Spade Temporary Retail Associate

Location
Employment Part-Time
Seniority Entry-Level
Compensation $15–19.50/hour
Department Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
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Kate Spade New York — Temporary Retail Associate in Barstow, CA. Part‑time stylist role at Outlets At Barstow with hourly pay ($15.00–$19.50).

Overview

Kate Spade New York is a globally recognised lifestyle brand celebrated for its colorful, optimistic aesthetic and signature approach to handbags, ready‑to‑wear, jewelry, footwear and home décor. The house is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global group of fashion brands that emphasises creativity, inclusivity and customer‑centric retail experiences.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Greet guests warmly and establish rapport; act as a knowledgeable, trusted advisor on product assortment and brand DNA.
  • Deliver personalised styling guidance, assemble complete looks, recommend add‑ons and demonstrate multiple ways to wear product.
  • Drive sales through storytelling, consultative selling and by converting customer interactions into transactions.
  • Operate the POS, ensure a seamless checkout experience and maintain high standards of visual presentation on the sales floor.
  • Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organisation, inventory handling and merchandising support.
  • Adopt omnichannel sales techniques; engage customers via social media and virtual selling tools as required.
  • Work a flexible schedule to support peak trading periods—nights, weekends, holidays—and perform intermittent physical tasks (lifting, climbing, bending).

Qualifications

  • Professional selling skills with exemplary interpersonal and communication ability.
  • Prior retail experience, preferably within fashion, accessories or lifestyle brands.
  • Demonstrable styling aptitude and a strong understanding of product assortment and customer fit.
  • Comfort with omnichannel retail practices and willingness to learn virtual selling techniques and social media engagement.
  • Ability to lift regularly up to 25 lbs (occasionally up to 50 lbs) and to perform physical tasks on the sales floor and in the stockroom.
  • Flexible availability to meet store scheduling needs, including nights, weekends and holiday trading.

Skills

Customer‑facing selling Styling and visual merchandising Product knowledge across handbags and accessories POS Stockroom organisation Omnichannel/virtual selling Social media awareness Interpersonal communication and teamwork

Experience

Previous experience in a retail environment is required; experience within fashion, accessories or a lifestyle brand is preferred. Demonstrable track record of meeting sales targets and delivering personalised customer service is advantageous.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or coursework in retail, fashion merchandising or visual merchandising is desirable but not mandatory.

Workplace

This position is based in Barstow, California, USA, within easy reach of Los Angeles. Cerulean lists 3 open roles in Barstow, including 1 posted recently. The broader California area accounts for 389 active listings on Cerulean, 27 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.521 open positions, with 150 posted this week.

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, Tuition assistance

Culture

Kate Spade fosters a playful, optimistic workplace rooted in creativity and customer focus. As part of the Tapestry family, the brand emphasises inclusivity, professional development and collaborative retail environments that celebrate individual style.

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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