Somatologist (Retail-confident)

MF Spa & Beauty Placements; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty placement company in Somerset West seeks a retail-oriented Somatologist to educate clients on skincare and prescribe appropriate home care. The position requires a minimum 3-year Diploma in Somatology and offers a monthly salary of R10,000 - R16,000 with additional commission and incentives. The ideal candidate must be a confident retailer, able to work flexible retail hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-year diploma in Somatology is non-negotiable.
• Experienced in skin analysis and prescribing home care.
• Retail experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients on their skin regime and relevant home care.
• Perform detailed skin analyses and prescribe care.
• Promote the store and new industry trends.

Skills

Advanced skin care knowledge

Retail confidence

Team player mentality

Sales driven

Education

Diploma Somatology

Job description

Overview

RETAIL-ORIENTATED SOMATOLOGIST

SOMERSET WEST, Western-Cape (South Africa)

START: ASAP / 01 October 2025

Trading hours & shifts

• Monday - Sunday
• SHIFTS: 09:00am - 18:00pm / 10:00am - 19:00pm (Shift rotate)
• RETAIL HOURS - Must be flexible to work shifts, weekends and all major holidays

Reports to

REPORTS TO: Store Manager / HR Manager / CEO

Employment terms

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full time / Permanent

Salary & company benefits

• SALARY & COMPANY BENEFITS:
• R10,000 - R16,000 Basic Salary per month (Based on desired experience)
• 10% Commission (Retail) - eligible for earning after completing 3 month probation
• Incentives

Minimum requirements

1. DIPLOMA Somatology (Minimum 3-year diploma) - non negotiable
2. Confident and knowledgeable on advanced skin care and ingredients
3. Confident retailer! This position is all about educating the clients on their skin regime and prescribing the relevant home care / retail advise
4. Must be based centrally in or directly around Somerset West (public transport available)
5. Must be able to work retail hours (including major holidays and weekends)

Experience

1. Employment experience as a somatologist
2. Retail experience is highly favorable
3. Cruise Ship - BONUS
4. Experience working with active ingredients

Key performance indicators

1. Confident performing a detailed skin analysis
2. Ability to effectively prescribe relevant home care
3. Retail confident - this is VERY important!
4. Strong team dynamic - able to work in a team with team-player mentality
5. Sales driven, career motivated and eager to advance yourself
6. Promote the store, the brands and the new industry trends