Sephora Beauty Advisor

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Location
Forest HillsNew YorkUSA
Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$21.75–24.88/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
Apr 28, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global leader in prestige beauty retail, offering an expansive assortment of makeup, skincare, fragrance and wellness brands within an experiential store environment. As part of the selective-retailing ecosystem and owned by LVMH, the brand is recognized for its inclusive merchandising, strong training programs, and a high-energy retail culture that emphasizes client education and product expertise.

Sephora Forest Hills, NY seeks a Part-Time Beauty Advisor to deliver personalized consultations, drive sales and maintain the store. $21.75–$24.88/hr.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized beauty consultations and product recommendations to meet each client’s needs.
  • Demonstrate product expertise and educate clients on application techniques, ingredients, and benefits.
  • Stay current on beauty trends, product launches and category innovations to provide relevant advice.
  • Achieve and exceed sales goals and key performance indicators through consultative selling.
  • Support merchandising, inventory activities and ensure the salesfloor is clean, organized and visually appealing.
  • Promote an inclusive, team-oriented store culture and assist in onboarding/mentoring peers when needed.
  • Adhere to company policies and maintain a safe and secure client shopping experience.
  • Maintain flexible availability to cover peak retail hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Previous retail, hospitality or client-facing experience preferred; demonstrable ability to build strong client relationships.
  • Passion for beauty, trends and empowering client confidence.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a goal-oriented environment.
  • Quick learner with strong aptitude for product knowledge retention and sharing.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and sustain retail activity for full shifts.
  • Reliable punctuality and consistent attendance; ability to meet minimum weekly shift/hours requirements.

Skills

Client consultation and advisory Retail sales and KPI attainment Product demonstration and education Merchandising and basic inventory support Trend awareness in beauty and cosmetics Interpersonal communication and relationship building Team collaboration and inclusivity Physical stamina for retail operations (lift up to 50 lbs)

Experience

Entry-level. Previous experience in retail, hospitality or other client-facing roles is preferred but not required; candidates should demonstrate customer-service aptitude and the ability to develop client relationships.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; cosmetology or beauty-related certifications are a plus.

Workplace

This position is based in Forest Hills, New York, USA.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 21.75 to USD 24.88 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility-based).

Culture

Sephora fosters a fast-paced, inclusive and beauty-forward workplace that prizes education, diversity and client empowerment. Employees operate in an experiential retail setting with emphasis on product knowledge, collaboration and opportunities for skill development within the broader LVMH selective-retailing network.

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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