Spa Hair Stylist/ Make up Artist

Pyramid LQR Management LP; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Bonus programs

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality operates the La Quinta Resort and Club spa, offering hair styling and professional makeup services for guests, including bridal and special events. The Spa Hair Stylist / Makeup Artist coordinates looks, maintains guest satisfaction, and works evenings and weekends as needed.

We value precision, guest-focused service, and a professional license. Compensation details reflect resort spa standards, with exposure to weddings and high-profile events at the La Quinta

Qualifications

• Current California license authorizing the salon services assigned to the position.
• Demonstrated proficiency in professional hairstyling and makeup application.
• Previous salon, spa, or resort experience preferred.
• Experience with bridal styling, makeup trials, and wedding parties is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and confirm services booked.
• Discuss desired look and agree on timing and price.
• Assess allergies and sensitivities; adjust services as needed.
• Provide hair services (shampoo, conditioning, blowouts, styling).
• Create updos and formal styles for special occasions.
• Perform cuts, color, or chemical services within license scope.
• Apply makeup matched to skin tone and undertones.
• Coordinate service times with spa reception and other stylists.
• Document finished hairstyle and products for recreation on event day.
• Maintain station and sanitation between appointments.

Skills

Hairstyling proficiency

Makeup application proficiency

Bridal styling experience

Sanitation and safety practices

Education

California license for salon services

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property: At the La Quinta Resort and Club we pride ourselves on being the best employer in the area. What sets us apart? Our culture, full benefit plans, including 401k with a company match and our lucrative bonus programs, to name a few. We are looking for talented people who have a genuine passion for service. Our Core Values involve personal development, people, and a desire for wanting them to succeed. We believe each member of our team has a key part to play in our delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. We want a Resort that people want to come to, not through. Find out today what a career with Pyramid Hotel Group at the La Quinta Resort and Club can mean for you!

What you will have an opportunity to do:

Position Summary

The Spa Hair Stylist / Makeup Artist provides salon hair services and professional makeup application for resort guests, including those preparing for weddings and special events. The stylist helps each guest choose a look that suits their preferences, hair texture, skin tone, and occasion, then coordinates the services so the guest is ready on time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Welcome each guest and confirm the services booked.
• Discuss the desired look, review reference photos when available, and agree on the timing and price before beginning.
• Ask about allergies, product sensitivities, and recent hair treatments.
• Assess the condition of the hair, scalp, and skin to determine whether to adjust or postpone a service.
• Provide hair services offered on the spa menu, including shampooing, conditioning, blowouts, and styling.
• Create updos and other formal styles for special occasions.
• Perform cuts, color, or chemical services when assigned and within the scope of the stylist’s license and training.
• Select and apply makeup suited to the guest’s skin tone, undertone, skin type, and desired level of coverage.
• Check the shade match and invite feedback on the finish, particularly the eyes and lips, while there is time to make adjustments.
• Conduct bridal and special-event trials when scheduled.
• With the guest’s permission, document the agreed hairstyle, shades, and products so the look can be recreated on the event day.
• Coordinate appointment order and finish times with spa reception and fellow stylists.
• Protect the guest’s clothing and handle hair tools, hot equipment, and cosmetic products with care.
• Follow hand hygiene procedures, clean brushes between guests, disinfect reusable implements as appropriate, and use disposable applicators to prevent cross-contamination.
• Present the finished look in a mirror, including the back of the hairstyle.
• Make agreed adjustments and explain how to maintain the style or refresh the makeup throughout the day.
• Reset and restock the station between appointments.
• Maintain accurate service records, protect guest privacy, and notify spa reception promptly of delays or changes that affect the guest’s schedule.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficiency in styling a range of hair textures, lengths, and densities and in matching makeup shades across a range of skin tones and undertones. Knowledge of hair and cosmetic products, sanitation practices, and safe use of salon tools and equipment. Ability to translate a guest’s description or reference photo into a practical styling plan and explain what can be achieved within the appointment. Attention to detail, steady hand control, and the ability to coordinate hair and makeup services under event deadlines.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience

• Current California license authorizing the salon services assigned to the position.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both professional hairstyling and makeup application.
• Previous salon, spa, or resort experience preferred.
• Experience with bridal styling, makeup trials, and wedding parties is desirable.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The Spa Hair Stylist / Makeup Artist must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties may involve extended periods of standing, reaching, and repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements. The work environment includes heated styling tools, hair products, cosmetics, and disinfectants. Schedules may include early mornings for weddings and events, as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What are we looking for?

Compensation: $16.90 - $16.90 Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.