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D.S. & Durga

Sales Lead- Abbot Kinney

Venice, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Company "A perfume is a world you can return to over and over again-a keyhole into far off places ... Demonstrate expert-level product and brand knowledge alongside selling techniques. * Assist the ...

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DS and Durga

Sales Lead- Abbot Kinney

Venice, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Company "A perfume is a world you can return to over and over again-a keyhole into far off places ... Demonstrate expert-level product and brand knowledge alongside selling techniques. * Assist the ...

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Briarpatch Coop

Front End Assistant Manager

Auburn, CA · On-site

$22 - $34/hr

Front End Assistant Manager - FT 40 hrs. per wk. Department: Front End Reports To: Front End ... Be regularly exposed to natural oils, chemicals and odors/fragrances, including perfumes, colognes ...

Diptyque

Brand Ambassador

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

... perfumes for the self and the home, scented skincare products and desirable decorative objects ... Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using POS systems. * Assist with inventory ...

Diptyque

Brand Ambassador

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

... perfumes for the self and the home, scented skincare products and desirable decorative objects ... Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using POS systems. Assist with inventory ...

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How much do perfumer assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for perfumer assistant in California is $21.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.65 and $23.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Perfumer Assistant, you need a foundational understanding of fragrance materials, laboratory techniques, and meticulous attention to detail, often supported by a background in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with analytic instruments such as gas chromatographs and lab management software is advantageous, and formal courses or certifications in fragrance science can be beneficial. Strong organizational skills, good communication, and the ability to follow precise instructions help candidates excel in this collaborative and fast-paced environment. These competencies are essential for ensuring accuracy, maintaining high-quality standards, and providing effective support to senior perfumers in the development process.

What is a perfumer assistant?

A Perfumer Assistant supports a professional perfumer in creating, testing, and refining fragrances. Their duties include measuring and mixing raw materials, maintaining ingredient inventories, and documenting formulas. They may also assist in evaluating scent compositions and ensuring quality control. This role requires attention to detail, a good sense of smell, and knowledge of fragrance ingredients. It is often a stepping stone to becoming a perfumer.

What are the typical day-to-day tasks of a perfumer assistant, and how do they contribute to the development of new fragrances?

Perfumer Assistants are responsible for weighing and blending fragrance materials, maintaining ingredient inventories, preparing laboratory samples, and keeping detailed records of formulations and trials. They frequently support perfumers by organizing ingredients, washing glassware, and ensuring the lab runs smoothly, which allows perfumers to focus on the creative aspects of fragrance design. Daily responsibilities often include collaboration with other lab staff and occasionally interacting with departments such as quality control or marketing. Mastering these tasks not only provides valuable hands-on experience but also offers insight into the creative and technical workflow of a professional fragrance laboratory.

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Infographic showing various Perfumer Assistant job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,400 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Office Assistant - Orange County

Travertine Spa, Inc.

Fullerton, CA • On-site

Other

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Travertine is a lifestyle brand of natural/organic products. We are a preferred choice of men and women for cruelty-free body care essentials. We make perfume in-house and hold perfumery classes. We are based in Orange County, CA. We are a small and dynamic team looking to add a new team member. 

We have an opening for an Office Assistant.

You like cologne/perfume/aromatherapy and personal care products.You are curious to know how a business operates. You are a problem solver with and business entrepreneurial mindset. You are organized. You will help keep things running so that we can produce the best products and service for our customers.  One day you may be planning a last minute event to host executive clients, assisting a customer in the showroom, working with influencers, shipping orders or cleaning. Writing skills are very important. Attention to detail is even more important.

This is entry level.
$17-19 per hour. 

Duties and responsibilities:

  •      Providing excellent service to customers
  •      Monitor inventory of products, packaging and office supplies using Excel
  •      Pick, pack, and ship online retail orders
  •      Pack and ship wholesale orders
  •      Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  •      Regularly clean, organize, and maintain office and warehouse
  •      Assist with perfumery projects
  •      Create marketing materials and company literature 
  •      Send product pitches to relevant media outlets, influencers, and blogs
  •      Contribute ideas to social media and digital marketing campaigns
  •      Perform entry-level data entry and web tasks
  •      Product research and materials sourcing
  •      Assist in planning/managing/attending  company events/trade shows (3-4 per year)

The ideal candidate:

  •      EXCELLENT writing skills
  •      Accurately pack and ship orders
  •      Excellent organizational skills
  •      Proficient in Microsoft Office
  •      Ability to work independently
  •      General interest in social media marketing (Instagram)
  •      Wordpress experience a plus
Travertine is maintains  a zero tolerance policy with corrective action related to substance abuse. Travertine is a smoke free workplace.

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