Spa Therapist

Wild Dreams Hospitality; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Meals provided

Commission on treatments/retail

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality is seeking a skilled Spa Therapist to join our wellness team at a luxury safari lodge. Deliver a full menu of spa treatments to lodge guests, while actively promoting products to drive retail revenue and repeat bookings.

The ideal candidate has recognised Somatology/Beauty Therapy qualifications with massage, 2+ years' experience, and comfort working within a boutique, guest-facing environment. Weekend and peak period availability is required.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Somatology, Beauty Therapy, Spa Therapy or equivalent, plus a recognised massage qualification.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a qualified Spa/Beauty Therapist preferred.
• Experience in luxury hotel, lodge, resort or destination spa advantageous; safari lodge experience a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full range of spa treatments to a high standard.
• Conduct guest consultations and provide aftercare advice.
• Prepare, maintain and reset treatment rooms.
• Promote treatments, packages and retail products to support spa revenue targets.
• Maintain stock awareness and assist with stock counts.
• Uphold hygiene, health and safety standards throughout the spa.
• Support the Spa Manager and fellow therapists with bookings and daily operations.
• Maintain professional presentation and guest confidentiality.

Skills

Spa therapy

Retail upselling

Guest service

Team player

Education

Somatology

Beauty Therapy

Massage qualification

Job description

A well-established safari lodge is seeking a skilled and guest-focused SPA THERAPIST to join their wellness team

The successful candidate will deliver a full range of professional treatments to lodge guests while playing an active role in the spa's retail and revenue performance. This is a hands‑on role suited to a therapist who is as comfortable behind the treatment table as they are recommending products and building repeat business.

Core Criteria:

• Recognised qualification in Somatology, Beauty Therapy, Spa Therapy or equivalent, plus a recognised massage qualification
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a qualified Spa/Beauty Therapist preferred
• Experience within a luxury hotel, lodge, resort or destination spa advantageous; safari lodge experience a bonus
• ITEC, CIDESCO, CIBTAC or equivalent international qualifications advantageous
• Comfortable with retail sales, upselling and working towards treatment/revenue targets
• Strong hygiene, presentation and treatment-room standards
• Warm, professional, and confident guest-facing manner
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work well within a small team
• Flexible to work weekends, public holidays and peak periods according to guest bookings

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver a full range of spa treatments (massage, facials, body treatments, manicures/pedicures and more) to a consistently high standard
• Conduct guest consultations, identify treatment needs and provide appropriate aftercare advice
• Prepare, maintain and reset treatment rooms according to spa protocols
• Promote treatments, packages and retail products to support spa revenue targets
• Maintain stock awareness, report shortages, and assist with stock counts
• Uphold hygiene, health and safety standards throughout the spa
• Support the Spa Manager and fellow therapists with bookings, briefings and daily operations
• Maintain professional presentation and guest confidentiality at all times

On Offer:

• Salary: R7,500 – R9,000 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience
• Treatment and retail commission structure
• Staff accommodation and meals, subject to company policy