Licensed Beauty Advisor - Full Time

LVMH Group; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Employee discount

Job summary

Sephora in San Mateo, CA is seeking a Licensed Beauty Advisor to guide clients in the Beauty Studio and beyond, offering makeup, waxing, and related services.

This role emphasizes achieving store goals through service and sales, maintaining licensure, and upholding hygiene standards, while fostering inclusiveness.

Hourly pay ranges from $24.00 to $27.60 per hour, with comprehensive benefits for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Active license to provide waxing, makeup, and false lash services in the state.
• 1–3 years’ experience in a similar role or in hospitality/service.
• Strong knowledge of beauty products, services, trends, techniques.
• Ability to deliver personalized client service and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and book beauty services.
• Provide makeup, waxing, and other services listed in Sephora’s Beauty Services menu.
• Maintain licensure and uphold hygiene standards.
• Support an inclusive, team-oriented store culture.
• Uphold Sephora standards and ensure a safe, enjoyable shopping experience.

Skills

Customer service

Beauty knowledge

Team player

Education

Active state license for waxing/makeup

Tools

Beauty services menu knowledge

Job description

Job ID: 295534
Store Name/Number: CA-Hillsdale (0028)
Address:60 - 31st Ave, Space #1016, San Mateo, CA 94403, United States (US)
Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Full Time/Part Time:Full Time
Position Type: Regular
Your Role at Sephora: As a Licensed Beauty Advisor, you’ll impact clients every day. You’re a beauty expert, guiding clients on their journey at the Beauty Studio and beyond. It’s about more than just products—it's also making someone’s day through teaching, inspiration, and play. Join our diverse, supportive team and grow with leaders who care. If you’re licensed, service-driven, and love connecting—this is your moment to Belong to Something Beautiful.
Key Responsibilities

• Drive results Help achieve store goals by providing and rebooking beauty services, servicing clients, and selling products
• Perform beauty services Provide makeup, waxing, and other services listed in Sephora’s Beauty Services menu. Stay informed about all beauty trends and product knowledge to educate and empower clients
• Maintain licensure and uphold hygiene standards Keep licenses active and always uphold health and safety protocols
• Foster inclusiveness and teamwork Help promote a culture of openness where everyone feels empowered
• Uphold Sephora standards Follow company policies and help create a safe, secure, and enjoyable shopping experience for all

Profile

Job ID: 295534
Store Name/Number: CA-Hillsdale (0028)
Address:60 - 31st Ave, Space #1016, San Mateo, CA 94403, United States (US)
Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Full Time/Part Time:Full Time
Position Type: Regular
Your Role at Sephora: As a Licensed Beauty Advisor, you’ll impact clients every day. You’re a beauty expert, guiding clients on their journey at the Beauty Studio and beyond. It’s about more than just products—it's also making someone’s day through teaching, inspiration, and play. Join our diverse, supportive team and grow with leaders who care. If you’re licensed, service-driven, and love connecting—this is your moment to Belong to Something Beautiful.
Key Responsibilities

• Drive results Help achieve store goals by providing and rebooking beauty services, servicing clients, and selling products
• Perform beauty services Provide makeup, waxing, and other services listed in Sephora’s Beauty Services menu. Stay informed about all beauty trends and product knowledge to educate and empower clients
• Maintain licensure and uphold hygiene standards Keep licenses active and always uphold health and safety protocols
• Foster inclusiveness and teamwork Help promote a culture of openness where everyone feels empowered
• Uphold Sephora standards Follow company policies and help create a safe, secure, and enjoyable shopping experience for all

Flexible Scheduling and Reliability

• Must meet the required minimum number of weekly shifts/ hours
  • Full Time: 30-40 hrs/week
  • Part Time: 15-29 hrs/week
  • Flex (as needed): 4-14 hrs/week
• Be available during peak retail operations (nights, weekends and holidays)
• Punctuality and consistent attendance

Qualifications/Experience

• An active license to provide waxing, makeup, and false application services in the state where the services are being performed
• 1-3 years' experience in a similar role or in a retail, hospitality, or service environment
• Strong knowledge of beauty products, services, trends, and techniques
• Demonstrated ability to deliver personalized client service and build lasting relationships
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative and goal-oriented environment
• Quick learner with ability to absorb and share product knowledge effectively
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

While at Sephora, you’ll enjoy
Inclusion & Belonging We pledge to create a beauty community where everyone’s uniqueness is celebrated, respected, and honored
Meaningful Rewards Sephora offers comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits based on eligibility; Details can be found Here
$24.00 - $27.60/hr. The actual hourly pay offered depends on various factors, including relevant qualifications and experience; and other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position and/or geographic location.
Sephora is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Sephora is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or other medical conditions.
Sephora will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

Sephora’s stores offer passionate beauty fans across the world a privileged freedom to touch and test products since 1969.
The House provides a superior selection of quality products and always keeps pace with the latest trends.
The house is built upon the exceptional talents of its beauty professionals who create a perfect environment for adventurous clients who want to experiment and learn.
With the innovative range of products in the Sephora Collection, its distinctive stores and bold commitment to new ideas, the House is always able to surprise and delight its clients.
At every touch point with its clients, in store and online, Sephora provides an unconventional approach which has made it the most loved beauty community in the world.