- Employment
- Part-time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About Kiehl’s
Kiehl’s began in 1851 as an apothecary on the corner of Third Avenue and East 13th Street in Manhattan. Its skincare counters still offer consultations and samples, two practices handed down from the pharmacy.
Kiehl’s is hiring a part-time Keyholder in Atlanta, Georgia, on a permanent basis. The role supports store and individual sales goals, customer experience, team training, store opening and closing, and product and brand presentation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist the Store Manager in achieving store sales goals while meeting individual sales goals established by the management team.
- Deliver a best-in-class customer experience and uphold customer-service excellence standards.
- Develop customer relationships that encourage repeat business.
- Execute short- and long-term plans in support of the store’s business strategy and sales goals.
- Lead in productivity and maintain regular, punctual attendance for scheduled shifts.
- Enforce company policies and procedures.
- Perform store opening and closing procedures.
- Train new store employees.
- Execute visual directives, educational selling tools and customer-service standards effectively.
- Maintain product and brand presentation while keeping the store neat and organized.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Retail and/or cosmetics experience preferred.
- Prior keyholder experience preferred.
- Customer-service experience.
- Communication skills.
- Analytical skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to work two closing shifts per week and two full weekends per month.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis; immigration support or sponsorship is not offered.
- Spanish or Mandarin bilingualism preferred.
- Ability to work on the sales floor for extended periods, walk up and down a flight of stairs and/or ladder as necessary, and regularly lift up to 25 lbs.
Skills
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
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Benefits
Access to L’Oréal’s internal shop for discounted products; learning and development opportunities, including unlimited access to e-learning, Lunch & Learn sessions and mentorship programs; Employee Resource Groups; mental health and wellness programs.
Culture
Store advisors ask about a customer’s routine, demonstrate products and offer samples to try at home. Some locations also offer skin analysis and facial treatments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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