Lead Massage Therapist

Rosewood Hotel Group; United States; On-site; USD 25,871 - 28,750; Full time

Job summary

Rosewood Hotel Group is looking for a Lead Practitioner at Asaya Spa to support exceptional guest experiences and spa operations. You'll oversee practitioners, ensure service excellence, and maintain a luxury spa environment.

Applicants should hold a current California Esthetician license (dual licensure preferred). The role requires strong communication skills and attention to detail in a team-oriented environment.

The pay range for this position is between $18.78 and $20.87 per hour based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Hold and maintain a current massage, esthetics, and/or nail technician license.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional languages a plus.
• Meet physical demands of a spa environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire a service-driven spa culture while supporting hiring.
• Oversee daily operations including training and service quality assurance.
• Welcome and orient guests to spa offerings.

Skills

Service-driven attitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Current CA Esthetician license

Dual licensure in Nail Technology or Massage Therapy (optional)

Tools

Facial technology and products

Job description

Lead Practitioner Role Overview

The Lead Practitioner Role is a key cultural and operational leader within Asaya Spa. This role supports practitioner development, service excellence, and guest experience while partnering closely with spa leadership to ensure every touchpoint reflects the Rosewood commitment to luxury and care.

Candidates must hold and maintain a current massage, esthetics and/or nail technician license (dual licensure preferred).

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and cultivate a service-driven spa culture while supporting hiring needs.
• Oversee daily operations, including but not limited to inventory, training schedules, treatment menu curation, service quality assurance, practitioner scheduling and service flow.
• Lead onboarding and coaching of practitioners.
• Foster a positive, service-driven spa culture aligned with Forbes standards. Support spa leadership with outreach and marketing initiatives to grow spa awareness.
• Welcome and orient guests to spa amenities and offerings.
• Provide clear, engaging descriptions of treatments, packages, and programming.
• Promote spa services, retail, and seasonal experiences.
• Address guest inquiries and concerns with professionalism and care.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organized spa environment through active oversight, CA Massage Council, Board of Barbering and Forbes Standards.

General Skills

• Demonstrates precision, efficiency, and attention to detail while maintaining a calm, composed presence as the lead for practitioners.
• Exercises sound judgment in problem-solving and works effectively with minimal supervision in partnership with spa leadership.
• Coach and guide practitioners on how to anticipate guest needs, consistently delivers exceptional, personalized service while maintaining confidentiality.
• Communicates with clarity and warmth, supported by strong listening skills and working knowledge of basic technology.
• Brings a positive, service-driven attitude and thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Technical Skills

• Trained and practice Swedish, sports, deep tissue, hot stone, reflexology, aromatherapy, cupping and lymphatic drainage massage.
• Proficient in advanced facial treatments, including, but not limited to microdermabrasion, nano-pen infusions, chemical peels, LED therapies, radiofrequency, microcurrent, dermaplaning, specialized facial massage techniques (Gua Sha, lymphatic drainage), current facial technology and in-depth skin analysis for customized, high-demand treatments.
• Experienced in body treatments and rituals, including exfoliating scrubs, wraps, and additional seasonal spa experiences.
• Knowledgeable in professional skincare lines with the ability to recommend products that support long‑term skin health and high retail sales.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional languages a plus.
• Meets the physical demands of a spa environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs., extended standing, bending, reaching, and maintaining clear communication with guests and colleagues.

Licenses & Certifications

Must hold a current California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Esthetician license; dual licensure in Nail Technology or Massage Therapy is preferred but not required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rosewood Sand Hill provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Compensation

Pay: The pay range for this position is between $18.78 and $20.87 per hour. This is the pay range for this position that the Hotel reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience, type of hotel luxury experience, location, and education.