Optical Stylist, Full-Time

SEE Eyewear•Chicago, IL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

SEE Eyewear is seeking passionate, style-savvy professionals to join their team as Optical Stylists. This role involves merging fashion, optical expertise, and personalized service to deliver a high-touch, fashion-forward client experience. The Optical Stylist will be responsible for building client relationships, meeting sales goals, becoming an expert on SEE's collections, and performing daily operational tasks. The company emphasizes a boutique environment where creativity and individuality are valued, and growth is encouraged.

Requirements

Night & weekend availability required
Able to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours) and lift up to 30 lbs
Must comply with SEE’s dress code and fashion-forward presentation
Tech-savvy and comfortable using POS systems, insurance portals, Microsoft Office (including Excel), Teams, and OneDrive
Licensed dispensing optician or registered apprentice may be required in states with licensing laws

Nice To Haves

Retail experience preferred
Retail optical experience a plus, but not required—we’ll train the right candidate

Responsibilities

Deliver a high-touch, fashion-forward client experience grounded in SEE’s styling and selling standards.
Maintain an active client book and practice intentional clienteling, building long-term relationships through follow-ups, outreach, styling recommendations, and personalized communication that drives repeat business and VIP experiences.
Consistently meet or exceed individual sales goals and KPIs.
Partner with teammates to team-sell and deliver a seamless customer experience.
Share knowledge of fashion trends and styling techniques to create unforgettable eyewear moments.
Partner with an optometrist several days a week to support a seamless patient experience while driving sales.
Become an expert on SEE’s exclusive frame collections, lens offering and enhancements.
Style clients with confidence and creativity, positioning eyewear as a personal fashion statement.
Maintain merchandising and visual standards that reflect SEE’s elevated boutique experience.
Efficiently and accurately process sales and insurance information using POS and practice management systems.
Perform daily operational tasks, including but not limited to opening/closing procedures, register balancing, and deposits.
Follow all SEE policies related to pricing, discounts, remakes, returns, and promotional offers.
Utilize downtime to complete daily operational tasks and support store upkeep.
Remain alert to potential security risks, shoplifting, or suspicious behavior.
Know how to respond to and report theft or safety-related incidents.