RH

Luxury home furnishings retailer; direct-to-consumer

Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist

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Full-timeTorrance, CA, USA$22 - $27 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in gold leaf application, gilding, or decorative finishing.
Proficiency in water gilding, oil gilding, and surface gilding methods using genuine gold leaf.
Skill in applying gesso, bole, and sealers to create optimal surface conditions for adhesion.
Experience using agate burnishers, brushes, and toning agents to adjust the sheen and depth of gold finishes.
Knowledge of distressing, aging, and patina techniques to replicate antique or historically accurate finishes.
Ability to handle and move furniture components weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance.
Ability to perform detailed visual and tactile analysis to ensure finish quality, color consistency, and surface precision.
Ability to stand, bend, and perform fine, repetitive hand movements for extended periods in a workshop environment.
Ability to work around dust, noise, and finishing materials while adhering to safety and personal protective equipment standards.
Ability to use hand and finishing tools requiring manual dexterity, control, and concentration.

Responsibilities

Apply genuine gold leaf to wood furniture surfaces using traditional water gilding, oil gilding, or surface gilding techniques.
Prepare surfaces through sanding, sealing, and layering gesso and bole for proper adhesion and finish quality.
Handle and lay gold leaf with precision to achieve smooth, consistent coverage or intentional antique effects.
Burnish, tone, and distress gold leaf finishes to align with antique-style and historically inspired aesthetics.
Collaborate with designers and finishers to ensure gilding complements the overall vision and design intent.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace and follow safety and material handling protocols.
Inspect finished pieces to confirm quality, consistency, and adherence to design specifications.

Desired Qualifications

A background in fine arts, restoration, or high-end furniture finishing is preferred.
Experience in luxury or custom furniture production is preferred.
Familiarity with complementary decorative techniques such as verre églomisé, stenciling, or hand painting is preferred.
A portfolio or examples of previous gilding or decorative finishing work are strongly preferred.

RH is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist to join our Dennis & Leen/Formations Workshop in Torrance, CA. This role is essential to the creation of handcrafted furniture pieces that embody the artistry and heritage of classical design. The Gold Leaf Finishing Specialist applies genuine gold leaf to wood furniture using traditional gilding methods to achieve historically inspired and visually stunning finishes. In this role, you bring an expert understanding of surface preparation, precision application, and decorative finishing, creating pieces that reflect enduring beauty, craftsmanship, and quality.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Apply genuine gold leaf to wood furniture surfaces using traditional water gilding, oil gilding, or surface gilding techniques
Prepare surfaces through sanding, sealing, and layering gesso and bole for proper adhesion and finish quality
Handle and lay gold leaf with precision to achieve smooth, consistent coverage or intentional antique effects
Burnish, tone, and distress gold leaf finishes to align with antique-style and historically inspired aesthetics
Collaborate with designers and finishers to ensure gilding complements the overall vision and design intent
Maintain a clean and organized workspace and follow safety and material handling protocols
Inspect finished pieces to confirm quality, consistency, and adherence to design specifications

OUR REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of experience in gold leaf application, gilding, or decorative finishing
Proficiency in water gilding, oil gilding, and surface gilding methods using genuine gold leaf
Skilled in applying gesso, bole, and sealers to create optimal surface conditions for adhesion
Experience using agate burnishers, brushes, and toning agents to adjust sheen and depth of gold finishes
Knowledge of distressing, aging, and patina techniques to replicate antique or historically accurate finishes
Strong artistic judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to craftsmanship
Background in fine arts, restoration, or high-end furniture finishing preferred
Experience in luxury or custom furniture production preferred
Familiarity with complementary decorative techniques such as verre églomisé, stenciling, or hand painting preferred
Portfolio or examples of previous gilding or decorative finishing work strongly preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Handles and moves furniture components weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 75 lbs. with assistance
Performs detailed visual and tactile analysis to ensure finish quality, color consistency, and surface precision
Stands, bends, and performs fine, repetitive hand movements for extended periods in a workshop environment
Works in areas with exposure to dust, noise, and finishing materials while adhering to safety and PPE standards
Uses hand and finishing tools requiring manual dexterity, control, and concentration

Pay Range: $22.00 - $27.00 Hourly

About the Company

RH

Luxury home furnishings retailer; direct-to-consumer

RH is a luxury home furnishings retailer offering high-end furniture, lighting, textiles, and decor. Its products are sold directly to consumers online, in galleries, or via sourcebooks, and through RH Contract for B2B partnerships, with exclusive and reissued Modernist-inspired designs presented as curated collections. The company combines product sales with services like interior design consultations and on-site hospitality in galleries to create a cohesive brand experience. Its goal is to be the premier brand for luxury home environments by serving individual buyers and business partners and expanding internationally through its direct channels and contract division.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Corte Madera, CA
Founded: 1979

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