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Perfume Assistant Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Guest Services Associate

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome ... No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry ...

Guest Services Associate

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome ... No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry ...

Guest Services Associate

Portland, OR

$15.50 - $19/hr

This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome ... No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry ...

This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome ... No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry ...

This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome ... No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry ...

Guest Services Associate

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome ... No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry ...

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Perfume Assistant information

What is a perfume assistant?

Perfume Assistants are professionals who support perfumers and fragrance experts in the creation, testing, and marketing of perfumes. Their duties may include preparing fragrance samples, maintaining ingredient inventories, assisting with laboratory work, and helping organize product launches or demonstrations. Perfume Assistants often work in fragrance houses, cosmetic companies, or retail environments, and require a keen sense of smell, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. Their role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of the perfume development process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a perfume assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Perfume Assistant, you need a good understanding of fragrance products, basic sales techniques, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and inventory management software is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a passion for customer service help set you apart in this role. These abilities are crucial for providing personalized recommendations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and contributing to the store's overall success.

How does a perfume assistant typically support the fragrance development process within a perfumery team?

As a Perfume Assistant, you'll play an essential role in the fragrance creation process by preparing raw materials, maintaining lab equipment, and organizing ingredient inventories. You will assist perfumers with blending, weighing, and formulating samples, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with safety protocols. Collaboration is frequent, as you'll work closely with perfumers, evaluators, and sometimes marketing teams to coordinate sample deliveries and feedback. This position offers valuable exposure to both technical and creative sides of the industry, providing a solid foundation for career growth in perfumery or fragrance evaluation.

What is the difference between Perfume Assistant vs Fragrance Consultant?

AspectPerfume AssistantFragrance Consultant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; knowledge of perfumesSimilar; often requires knowledge of fragrances and customer service skills
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, perfume countersRetail, department stores, specialty fragrance shops
Employer & IndustryCosmetic brands, retail chainsLuxury brands, retail, fragrance boutiques
Common Search & ComparisonPerfume Assistant vs Fragrance Consultant

The main difference between a Perfume Assistant and a Fragrance Consultant lies in their roles. Perfume Assistants typically support sales staff and handle basic customer inquiries, while Fragrance Consultants provide personalized fragrance recommendations and in-depth product knowledge. Both roles require familiarity with perfumes and work in similar retail environments, but Fragrance Consultants often have more customer interaction and sales responsibilities.

What job categories do people searching Perfume Assistant jobs in Oregon look for?

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Guest Services Associate

Portland, OR โ€ข On-site

The Portland Girl
Wholesaleย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

$15.50 - $19/hr

Part-time

Dental, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Description


POSITION DETAILS:
The Guest Services Associate is an essential role at The Portland Girl. This position is designed to assist the management team, ensure clients are made to feel welcome, and support estheticians so they can do their best work. 

The Portland Girl is a team-based company that encourages employee growth with lots of opportunities for advancement.
This is an 18+ position. 


OUR STORY:
At The Portland Girl, we blend ancient beauty rituals with cutting edge skin care treatments that target NW skin (yep, we have our own regional challenges). Unlike most skincare studios that carry products that are chock-full of ingredients linked to cancer and skin irritation, we believe in only using/carrying/selling products that pass our artisanal standards.
No parabens, No sulfates, No phthalates, No weird dyes or fake perfumes and no testing on our furry animals. We feel that the products you use should be super effective, but that they shouldn’t give you weird rashes, headaches or cancer.


OUR MISSION:
Give back to yourself and give back to your community. Because if you aren’t taking care of yourself, how can you take care of others?


COMPANY CULTURE:
Our company culture is inclusive, fun and tight-knit. We work hard, but we play hard too. Work-life balance is a given, and so is good pay and paid time off for all employees. We reward hustle while also paying a good hourly rate (no "commission-culture" here). We are a team and we all work together to grow the company.


POSITION DUTIES

Client Care
• Manage the flow of clients that come in and out of the studio
• Smile and make clients feel welcome! 
• Serve beverages to clients in the waiting area
• Learn and become confident in each brand and product that we stock and sell so that you can educate all clients and customers on their purchases

Cleaning
• Clean and sanitize all facial dishes and implements throughout the day
• Wash and fold laundry
• Assist estheticians with cleaning up treatment rooms in between clients 
• Help with overall studio cleanliness and perform daily cleaning tasks

Financial Responsibilities
• Handle credit card and account credit transactions accurately

Inventory
• Monitor inventory to ensure we have what we need in stock to ensure we order what we are low on in a timely manner
• Restock inventory after purchases are made by clients 
• Track incoming inventory

Data Entry:
• Enter client data into our booking system accurately 
• Enter sales and client rebooking information into spreadsheets
• Assist with projects as they arise


PREFERRED SKILLS/STRENGTHS:
• Genuine interest in natural products, organic skincare, and social responsibility.
• Ability to do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• You love pleasing customers and making sure their day is brighter at the studio.
• Devotion to detail- we strive for perfection, and need your eye to help!
• Ability to work weekends and evenings if needed - at least 25 to 30 hours/week.


ESSENTIAL TRAITS:
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Dependable and willing to cover shifts for teammates when needed
• Flexible with the changing needs and fast growth of the company
• Maintains a sense of urgency
• Positive and supportive attitude 
• Excitement and dedication to the growth of the company
• Comfortable working independently, as well as part of a team


COMPENSATION/PERKS/BENEFITS:
• Hourly plus tips. We are a team-based pay company, and growth opportunities are built into the foundation of our business model.
• Company bonuses when team-based goals are met
• Paid Time Off (to accrue after 90 days of employment)
• Closed all major holidays for respite (Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Independence Day)
• Dental coverage (company pays 50% of premium after 90 days of employment for all staff working 20+ hours a week)
• One free 60 minute facial each month

• 50% off all other services, and friends and family discounts


Reports to: Studio Manager