Sephora Beauty Advisor

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Employment Part-time
Seniority Entry-Level
Compensation $21.75–28/hour
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Sephora is hiring a Part‑Time Beauty Advisor in Elmhurst, NY (Queens Center). Client-focused retail role — $21.75–$28.00/hr.

Overview

Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer and part of the LVMH family of maisons. The brand curates a wide assortment of cosmetic, skincare, fragrance and wellness products and is known for an experiential, customer-centric retail model that blends product expertise with education and discovery.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized consultations and tailored product recommendations to meet each client’s needs and preferences.
  • Demonstrate product expertise through in‑store demonstrations, application techniques, and education that empower clients.
  • Stay informed on product launches, categories and beauty trends to provide current and relevant advice.
  • Achieve and exceed sales targets and key performance indicators through proactive client engagement and follow-up.
  • Support merchandising, inventory management and visual presentation to maintain an organized, welcoming salesfloor.
  • Contribute to an inclusive, team-oriented environment and uphold company policies to ensure a safe shopping experience.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in retail, hospitality or other client-facing roles with demonstrated ability to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and long‑term client relationships.
  • Passion for beauty, trends, and client empowerment; eager to learn and share product knowledge.
  • Flexible availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays and meet minimum weekly shift requirements for part‑time schedules.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform typical retail duties for the duration of a shift.

Skills

Personalized client consultations Product demonstrations and application Trend and product knowledge across makeup, skincare and fragrance Sales and KPI attainment Merchandising and inventory support Point-of-sale (POS) / cash handling Team collaboration and client relationship management

Experience

Entry-level role; prior retail or hospitality experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and deliver high-quality service is valued.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; cosmetology, esthetics or beauty certifications are a plus.

Workplace

This position is based in Elmhurst, New York, USA. The broader New York area accounts for 593 active listings on Cerulean, 19 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 2.209 open positions, with 89 posted this week.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 21.75 to USD 28 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility-based); Inclusion & Belonging pledge to foster an inclusive workplace.

Culture

Sephora emphasizes an experiential, educational retail environment that values diversity, creativity and continuous learning. The company fosters inclusivity and collaboration, encouraging employees to develop product expertise and build meaningful client relationships.

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.