Kate Spade Temporary Retail Associate
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
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