Spa Therapist - Junior

The Kingsley; Cork; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kingsley in Cork is seeking a Spa Therapist to support management in delivering high-quality treatments and maintaining the spa to the highest standards.

You will ensure cleanliness, assist with events, and help achieve sales targets while upholding professional conduct and appearance throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Working knowledge of Irish legislation, particularly employment regulations.
• Must hold a Spa Therapist Treatment qualification (ITEC/CIBTAC/CIDESCO/QQI).

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism in all operations.
• Carry out treatments to the highest standards and meet targets.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of treatment areas at all times.
• Assist with demonstrations/events as required.
• Achieve sales targets as set by Spa Manager.
• Cover reception and spa attendant duties when needed.

Skills

Reading and writing

Communication

Basic computer skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

Spa Therapist Treatment qualification (ITEC/CIBTAC/CIDESCO/QQI)

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

To assist Spa Management/Supervisor in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism in all aspects of operations. To ensure all treatments are carried out to the highest standards and targets are met. To maintain an exceptional level of cleanliness.

Key Functions

• Complete treatments outlined in the Therapist Care Programme
• Day to day responsibility for equipment, products, cleanliness and hygiene of the treatment areas.
• To be aware of all treatments offered and any promotions on offer at any given time.
• Responsible for achieving sales targets as set by the Spa Manager.
• Assist with demonstrations/events as required.
• Must adhere to training as set down by the Spa Manager.
• To maintain the stock at the correct level following set standards.
• To use the correct quantities of products as specified by the manufacturer and not exceed that amount.
• Must attend all training courses as deemed necessary by the Spa Manager.
• Responsible for keeping up the high standard of treatment and service.
• To supervise and conduct the safety of users and equipment at The Spa at The Kingsley and to receive training to ensure that all relevant legislation pertaining to the Health and Safety at Work Law and Health and Hygiene standards are implemented and monitored within The Spa at The Kingsley.
• To maintain a high standard of appearance and personal hygiene as laid down by the Spa Manager.
• Ensure the cleanliness, neatness, stocking and organising of all treatment areas. All grooming stations, storeroom items, are always stocked to standard
• To always be punctual and prepared in advance of treatments.
• To be adaptable and accountable for all actions.
• To cover reception and spa attendant duties as and when required
• Courtesy to guests and other members of staff at all times.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Working knowledge of Irish legislation, particularly employment regulations.
• Must hold a Spa Therapist Treatment qualification eg ITEC, CIBTAC, CIDESCO, QQI

Physical Demands

• Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and subordinates.
• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.
• Ability to work primarily with fingers to pick, pinch, type and carry out substantial movements (motions) of the wrists and hands as well.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.
• Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment if needed.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education

• Must hold a Spa Therapist Treatment qualification eg ITEC, CIBTAC, CIDESCO

Experience

A Junior Therapist has 6+ months of experience working in a Spa. Currently building practical experience.

This is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.