Sephora Beauty Advisor

Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$20.85–23.98/hour
Posted
Sep 9, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.

Sephora Beauty Advisor position in Monterey, CA: flex part-time retail role with $20.85–$23.98/hr and comprehensive benefits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized beauty consultations and tailored product recommendations to meet each client's individual needs
  • Demonstrate comprehensive product knowledge to educate and empower clients in their beauty journey
  • Monitor and communicate emerging beauty products, techniques, and trends to provide relevant and timely advice
  • Drive sales performance and achieve key performance indicators set by store leadership
  • Support inventory management, merchandising displays, and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming retail environment
  • Promote an inclusive, collaborative culture where all team members and clients feel valued and empowered
  • Uphold Sephora policies and procedures to ensure a safe, secure, and enjoyable shopping experience
  • Maintain flexibility and reliability by meeting minimum weekly shift requirements and being available during peak retail operations

Qualifications

  • Previous experience providing excellent service and building strong client relationships in retail, hospitality, or a client-focused environment
  • Demonstrated passion for beauty, trends, and empowering client confidence
  • Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to thrive as a collaborative team player in a goal-oriented, inclusive environment
  • Quick learner with capacity to absorb and share product knowledge effectively
  • Physical capability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds

Skills

Customer relationship management Product knowledge and communication Sales and performance management Retail merchandising and visual display Inventory management Trend awareness and beauty consultation Point-of-sale systems (typical retail environment)

Experience

Entry-level retail experience or demonstrated ability to provide excellent service and develop strong client relationships in a client-focused environment is preferred; however, candidates with a passion for beauty and strong interpersonal skills may be considered.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; no formal education requirement specified.

Workplace

This position is based in Monterey, California, USA, within easy reach of San Francisco.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 20.85 to USD 23.98 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits available based on eligibility; inclusion and belonging initiatives creating a diverse and celebrated workplace culture.

Culture

Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.

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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Sephora

Sephora Beauty Advisor

Monterey, USA

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