Licensed Optician

KREWE; Alys Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Parental leave policy

Free KREWE frames

Quarterly cultural spend

Employee incentive program

Ongoing educational allowance

Job summary

A high-fashion eyewear brand seeks a licensed Optician to ensure the seamless integration of their Optical Program in Alys Beach, FL. You will deliver exceptional customer service, perform optical measurements, and provide staff training. The ideal candidate should have a passion for eyewear and fashion, along with strong communication skills. This role offers competitive wages and perks like health insurance, free frames, and a unique retail experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years optical experience.
• Ability to communicate technical optical terms effectively.
• Passionate about eyewear and fashion.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy in optical measurements and adjustments.
• Verify finished ophthalmic products from the lab.
• Provide optical product knowledge to team and clients.
• Assist in delivering excellent customer service.
• Consult on style & fit on the sales floor.

Skills

Optical measurement accuracy

Customer service

Knowledge of optical products

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Education

Licensed Optician in Florida

Job description

KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted in the vibrant culture and boundless creativity of our hometown, New Orleans - and now proudly headquartered in both New Orleans and New York City. Since our launch in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality, individuality, and design.

In 2022, we opened the doors to our NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, building a second home for the brand that brings New Orleans’ culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world’s most iconic design capitals. Our presence now spans brick-and-mortar boutiques, mobile retail concepts, and a thriving e-commerce platform - alongside distribution through premier independents and top national retailers. Celebrated for our unique approach to design, KREWE has cultivated a loyal following among style-conscious consumers and influential tastemakers.

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for passionate, driven, and innovative individuals to join our talented team. At KREWE our work is fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply mission-driven. Our people are high-performing and ambitious - not just about hitting goals, but about building something that’s original, culturally rooted and globally resonant. Every team member at KREWE has the opportunity to own their role and make a lasting impact. If this sounds like the right environment for you we invite you to apply below.

Job Summary

As a KREWE Optician, your job will be to ensure seamless integration of our Optical Program into our existing Alys Beach, FL KREWE market. By delivering impeccable customer service, understanding of Optical processes, and provision of working knowledge to our team, you will play a vital role in the client journey.

What You\'ll Do

• Ensure accuracy and precision in performing and recording optical measurements, adjusting ophthalmic frames, and troubleshooting vision issues
• Verify accuracy of finished ophthalmic products upon arrival from our partnering lab
• Demonstrate perfect ophthalmic product knowledge and provide thorough understanding of products to team members and clients
• Work with other team members to ensure excellent store-wide customer service & provide trainings on optical processes and techniques
• Elegantly walk through lens options with customers to ensure the Krewe hospitality is extended through our optical program
• Provide style & fit consulting on sales floor and lend sales help to our floor team
• Act as a representative for Krewe to create a new base of Krewe Optical clients & extend our New Orleans #SeeClearly mission across new channels

Who You Are

• A licensed Optician in the state of Florida
• 2+ years optical experience
• Excellent at communicating technical optical terms in a digestible & poignant way
• Passionate about eyewear, fashion, and culture
• Stylish and individual, expressing a sharp understanding of personal style & KREWE’s place in fashion
• Punctual, eager to learn, and excited to grow with Krewe
• Well-versed customer service representative with a drive and passion to provide an impeccable client journey
• Motivated self-starter
• Excellent detail orientation and time management skills
• Excels under pressure in a fast-paced work environment
• Flexible with scheduling and available to work weekends as needed

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wage
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Parental leave policy
• Free KREWE frames (duh.)
• Spend your time in a truly "one of a kind" retail experience
• Quarterly cultural spend to encourage our get out, see the city, "do you" mentality
• Employee incentive program
• Ongoing educational allowance

KREWE believes in providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without discrimination or retaliation because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law.