Nail Technician – Weekends-Destination Spa Sundara Inn & Spa

Cosmotek College; Lake Delton (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) and employer match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sundara Inn & Spa in Wisconsin is seeking a Nail Technician to deliver manicure and pedicure services, educate guests on benefits, and support an elevated spa experience. You will follow licensed protocols and maintain pristine salon standards while providing attentive, compassionate service.

Key requirements include a Wisconsin cosmetologist or manicurist license and at least 1 year of spa or upscale salon experience; part-time schedule with weekend shifts; benefits including health, dental,

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Wisconsin cosmetologist or manicurist license.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a spa or upscale salon setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide nail services per licensed protocols and Sundara standards.
• Educate guests on service benefits and at-home care.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitization in the spa and salon.
• Collaborate with team and management to ensure exceptional guest satisfaction.

Skills

Nail care

Guest experience

Communication

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

Wisconsin cosmetologist or manicurist license

Spa/upscale salon experience

Job description

Full job description

Join a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace where we prioritize our employees’ well-being and growth.

The Sundara Inn & Spa Nail Technician takes great care to treat the whole person. Your healing touch will come through in all you do, from pedicures to manicures and everything in between. You’ll take great pleasure in educating guests on the benefits of the services and making thoughtful recommendations for their spa‑at‑home care. Your nurturing ways will help guests relax and enjoy every minute of their experience.

Responsibilities

We want employees to arrive at work every day motivated, and eliminate the things that de‑motivate staff, so we’ve carefully prepared this list of responsibilities.

Why Choose Sundara?

• No need to build your clientele! Our Reservations team and Front Desk staff manage all bookings for you!
• Limited side work and our laundry staff does all of your laundry!
• All tools, supplies and uniform are provided
• Guests will already have polish removed prior to all services
• Guest are encouraged to use showers and bathing ritual pre‑service
• Sundara assists with continuing education and CEU’s
• You have the ability to earn additional compensation from retail sales
• Sundara offers a comprehensive benefit and employee discount programs
• Discounted temporary housing may be available for new employee relocation
• Flexibility with scheduling

Guest Experience

• Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner, at all times maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction
• Create an atmosphere of tranquility, nurturing and healing, allowing guests to relax and immerse themselves in the experience
• Communicate the benefits of the services and answer guest questions, using each conversation as a teaching moment
• Maintain a cooperative, team‑like attitude in working with management and fellow employees (both within the department and in other departments), to achieve our common goals of maximizing guest satisfaction and profit margins
• Address guest concerns in a thoughtful and gracious manner, even under pressure
• Approach your work with an eye toward continuous improvement

Spa Service and Operations

• Perform all services within your licensing, according to the written protocols and to the high standards of Sundara Inn & Spa
• Participate in all training and attend all team meetings, contributing positive ideas at every opportunity
• Continue to gain knowledge in your profession
• Strive to exceed all goals within service standards and retail sales
• Treat the cleanliness and condition of Sundara as if it were your own
• Uphold cleaning and sanitizing standards in the spa and salon, as required to meet Sundara’s impeccable standards
• Adhere to all standard policies and procedures
• Report to work on time, in proper attire, impeccably groomed, and "in the moment" ready to deliver exceptional guest service. Work all scheduled shifts
• Maintain all inventory levels in the salon
• Communicate ideas or issues to your Nail Tech lead in a timely manner
• Read the daily communication log to update yourself on the newest information concerning the spa and menu of services
• Miscellaneous projects as assigned by management

People Skills

• Pleasant, nurturing personality
• Ability to work gracefully under pressure
• Tremendous attention to detail
• Strong work ethic, dependable, can‑do attitude

Professional Fit

• Conducts oneself with honesty and integrity
• Maintain a polished and professional appearance at all times
• Serve as a lifestyle model for staff and guests
• Possess individual core values aligned with Sundara Inn & Spa
• Understand integration of mind‑body‑spirit environment

Education and Experience

• Must have a valid Wisconsin cosmetologist or manicurist license
• Experience is required. Minimum of 1 year experience in a spa or upscale salon setting

Availability

• Must be able to work all Saturdays and Sundays. Potentially Mondays as well
• Must be flexible with scheduling, with nights and weekends required
• Part Time or Full Time applicants may be considered

Job Type

Part Time

Expected hours

12-18 hours per week

Benefits

• Generous employee discounts on services, overnight stays and retail products
• Complimentary fitness center usage
• Employee Appreciation Events throughout the year
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• 401(k) and employer match
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Employee assistance program

Sundara Spa 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Work Location

In person