Spa Operations Specialist (Part Time)

Canyon Ranch; Spicewood (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal time off

Life insurance

Maternity leave

Professional growth

Job summary

Canyon Ranch Austin is seeking a friendly Guest Services Associate to welcome guests and ensure a seamless spa experience. You will schedule services, assist with arrivals, answer calls, and coordinate with wellness staff to meet guest needs.

We offer a supportive team, paid time off, life insurance, maternity leave, and growth opportunities. This role is based at Canyon Ranch Austin in the Texas Hill Country and requires a positive, service-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Must have a friendly, professional demeanor and deliver exceptional guest service.
• Ability to learn reservation systems and proprietary software and use them efficiently.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide exceptional service, answer questions and directions.
• Schedule, modify, and cancel spa, fitness, wellness, and recreational services.
• Manage guest arrivals, provide facility information and assist with guest needs.
• Answer calls, respond to inquiries, and coordinate appointments with departments.
• Process guest charges and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Hospitality

Guest services

Customer service

Administrative support

Teamwork

Communication

Tech-savvy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or specialized hospitality training

Tools

Reservation systems

Proprietary software

Job description

Overview

Canyon Ranch has been redefining wellness travel and transformative hospitality for more than 45 years. As the global leader in destination wellness, Canyon Ranch inspires lifelong well-being through world-class experts, personalized guidance, and immersive experiences that help guests live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Now, we are entering an exciting new chapter with the opening of Canyon Ranch Austin — our newest wellness destination nestled in the Texas Hill Country. Designed to connect guests with nature, adventure, restoration, and personal growth, Austin will build upon the legacy established in Tucson, Lenox, and Las Vegas while creating new opportunities for exceptional talent to shape the future of wellness hospitality.

Recognized among the most outstanding hotels in the world by the Michelin Guide 2025, Canyon Ranch offers more than a career — it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others every day.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for guests, providing exceptional service, answering questions, offering directions, and ensuring a seamless spa experience.
• Schedule, modify, and cancel spa, fitness, wellness, salon, and recreational services while connecting guests with the appropriate wellness professionals and resources.
• Manage guest arrivals by assigning lockers, providing facility information, and assisting with a variety of guest needs throughout their visit.
• Answer incoming calls, respond to inquiries, and coordinate appointments while directing guests and colleagues to the appropriate departments when needed.
• Process guest charges for services and retail purchases accurately while maintaining detailed records and supporting daily administrative operations.
• Support spa operations by issuing and tracking recreational equipment, managing lost and found items, completing opening and closing procedures, and utilizing internal systems to communicate guest requests, maintenance needs, and service updates.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bring 1–2 years of experience in hospitality, guest services, customer service, administrative support, or a related field.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or specialized training in hospitality, business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Demonstrate a passion for delivering exceptional guest service with a friendly, professional, and approachable demeanor.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and build positive relationships with guests and colleagues.
• Be comfortable learning and utilizing new technology, reservation systems, and proprietary software to support daily operations efficiently.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment by maintaining attention to detail, following established procedures, adapting to changing priorities, and remaining calm and service-focused throughout the day.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Use of services and facilities including the spa, fitness classes, lectures, and overnight stays at all Canyon Ranch locations nationwide.
• 25 Days of personal and holiday time off (vacation, sick and holidays)
• Employer-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Maternity leave
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

The pay rate for this position starts at $21.00/hour.

The wage for this role may take into account factors for compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure or certifications; and other business and organizational needs.