Manicurist

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA with Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company匹

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Hospital Indemnity & Critical Illness

Educational Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is seeking a dedicated Manicurist to deliver professional manicure and pedicure services within our spa environment. You will create relaxing, personalized experiences for guests and uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation in a luxury hospitality setting.

The ideal candidate brings nail tech or spa experience, valid state license where required, and strong guest service skills to contribute to memorable guest stays across our Sonesta

Qualifications

• Experience as manicurist, nail technician, spa, or luxury hospitality preferred.
• Valid state nail technician or cosmetology license where applicable.
• Knowledge of manicure, pedicure, nail care techniques, and sanitation standards.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional manicure, pedicure, nail care, and hand/foot treatment services.
• Deliver personalized, relaxing spa experiences for guests.
• Maintain spa cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment standards.
• Consult with guests on nail care preferences and treatment options.
• Coordinate with Spa Reception and team to ensure smooth guest experiences.
• Assist with spa events and resort programming.
• Support retail sales of spa and wellness products.

Skills

Manicurist experience

Nail technician

Spa & hospitality

Guest service

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Cosmetology license

Job description

We’re People People. Are you? We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast). With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be. But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

Manicurist

What this role is all about

Wellness and self-care are an important part of the guest experience — and our Manicurists help create relaxing, elevated, and personalized spa experiences that guests genuinely remember. As a Manicurist, you’ll provide professional nail care services while delivering exceptional hospitality, attention to detail, and a welcoming spa environment for every guest. This role is perfect for someone who’s passionate about beauty, wellness, guest experience, and creating moments of relaxation and confidence for others. If you’re talented, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality and wellness — we’d love to meet you.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide professional manicure, pedicure, nail care, and hand/foot treatment services according to spa and hospitality standards.
• Deliver exceptional guest service by creating relaxing, personalized, and memorable spa experiences for guests and visitors.
• Maintain strong knowledge of spa services, nail care trends, products, treatments, and wellness offerings.
• Consult with guests regarding nail care preferences, service recommendations, and wellness-focused treatment experiences.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and presentation standards across treatment rooms, nail stations, tools, equipment, and spa areas.
• Follow sanitation procedures, licensing requirements, safety standards, and spa operational policies at all times.
• Support retail sales initiatives by recommending spa and wellness products that enhance the guest experience.
• Maintain accurate appointment schedules, treatment records, guest preferences, and operational documentation as required.
• Coordinate closely with Spa Reception, Spa Attendants, Therapists, and hotel leadership teams to support seamless guest experiences.
• Assist with spa events, bridal parties, resort programming, and special wellness activations as needed.
• Help foster a calm, welcoming, and guest-focused atmosphere aligned with Sonesta’s People People philosophy.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What great looks like

• Previous manicurist, nail technician, spa, salon, wellness, beauty, or luxury hospitality experience preferred.
• Valid state nail technician or cosmetology license required where applicable.
• Strong knowledge of manicure, pedicure, nail care techniques, sanitation standards, and beauty industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and guest service skills with a polished and professional presence.
• Ability to create relaxing, personalized, and elevated guest experiences.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on cleanliness, presentation, and service quality.
• Knowledge of spa products, wellness services, retail sales, and hospitality service standards preferred.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced spa or hospitality environment.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and resort operational support as needed.
• A passion for hospitality, wellness, beauty, guest engagement, and creating memorable spa experiences.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these)
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.