Hourly Rate: $16.00 plus Service Charges, Commissions and Retail Incentives

Aarna Spa is seeking an enthusiastic, hospitable, and dynamic individual to join our team as a Dual Therapist!

Named one of the "Best New U.S. Coastal Hotels" by Condé Nast Traveler, the oceanfront Paséa Hotel & Spa is a modern oasis with an unrivaled sense of clean, coastal style and comfort. Located in the heart of the vibrant and emerging Huntington Beach community and just steps from the city's iconic pier on USA Today's number one beach in California, Paséa Hotel & Spa provides the perfect beach-goers escape. Discerning world travelers will be welcomed with spacious guest rooms and suites, almost all with ocean views, a celebrated signature restaurant featuring a wood-fired grill, a chic rooftop lounge with panoramic ocean views, an oceanfront pool experience with cabanas and poolside service, and a rejuvenating Balinese-inspired spa. Come join one of the most dynamic teams in Orange County.

Job Summary:

Provides exceptional guest service while providing skin care services, massages and body treatment services to guests according to the Spa standards and procedures.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides consistent professional skin care treatments, massage modalities and body treatments in accordance with spa protocols and accepted certification practices to male and female guests. Develops an appropriate treatment plan based on the guest's needs and requests. Does not provide medical advice.
• Provides the highest level of customer satisfaction by listening and understanding guests' needs and desires. Maintains and expands the patronage of spa and salon by actively promoting/upselling additional treatments, services and retail products. Maintains knowledge of other services and amenities of the property. Explains features and benefits of spa products, treatments and services to guests. Provides answers to pre-treatment and post-treatment questions.
• Manages time efficiently to maintain tight schedule, prepare for guests and execute all treatments. Monitors schedule to minimize delays.
• Demonstrates respect, sensitivity and concern for guests' needs in a professional manner. Maintains strict confidentiality according to department procedures and guidelines. Follows proper draping procedures and Blood Borne pathogen procedures at all times.
• Uses computer systems to accurately enter information, chart and document each guest seen.
• Must wear slip-resistant shoes. Follows all safety policies and procedures. Reports potential safety issues to manager whenever observed and takes immediate action to resolve in emergency situations. OSHA laws require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE if applicable. The hotel provides the required PPE. Team member has responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE or equipment that does not fit properly to their Manager. Maintains strict compliance with hotel's Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) program and familiarizes self with current MSDS.
• Reporting to work as scheduled (on time and on regular basis) is an essential function of the job.
• Complies with room set up and sanitation procedures, inventory and linens guidelines. Assists in maintaining cleanliness and restocking of all treatment rooms.
• Resolves guest complaints within scope of authority, otherwise refers the matter to management. Ensures all guest communications are in compliance with Spa department and hotel standards. Notifies supervisor and/or Security of all unusual events or circumstances, inappropriate guest behavior, missing items, or alleged theft. Ensures safety of guests at all times when performing treatments. Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of any problems, potential safety issues, adverse reactions, or unusual situations so prompt corrective action may be taken. Communicates with other departments and staff to fulfill guest needs.
• Improves job knowledge by attending training sessions as instructed.
• Notifies management of unsafe conditions, needed maintenance of any equipment and any accidents.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or certification as Massage Therapy and Esthetician required to obtain a license/permit in the state/county/city of the spa.
• Three to five years of experience as a licensed Esthetician and Massage Therapist i in similar environment (i.e. spa, hotel, med spa, or resort) desired. Must successfully complete a skills assessment if conducted at the spa.
• Trained and certified in all basic skin care services and massage techniques. Must be able to perform all skin care treatments and massage treatments offered by the spa for both men and women. Able to deliver diverse facials and massage modalities, including Swedish and Deep Tissue as per spa protocols and guidelines. Understands contraindication for massage therapy and specific facials and/or products.
• Must maintain current State, County, City or other required Esthetician and Massage Therapist licenses/permits. Must provide valid original copy of license/permits as required by Spa and/or State law. Valid CPR certificate or willingness and ability to obtain one may be required.
• Requires ability to serve needs of guest through use of the phone, computer and face-to-face interactions. Contacts sometimes contain confidential/sensitive information so requires ability to use discretion. Must demonstrate positive attitude and professional demeanor. Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to a high level of guest satisfaction.
• Completes all training and continuing education as required.
• Requires ability to perform basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Requires ability to learn and use telephone and computer systems used at the hotel. Working knowledge and skills of computer operation required.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English to understand instructions, safety rules, and communicate with guests.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, team members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. Work schedules will include working on holidays, weekends and alternate shifts.
• Must maintain a clean and appearance and professional demeanor.

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of the job the team member regularly sits for sustained periods of time and stands and walks frequently when performing functions of the job. Works at a quick pace. The team member frequently grasps objects. The team member regularly reaches by extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while performing the essential functions of the job. The team member occasionally stoops and crouches. The team member frequently talks when communicating with guests and staff. The team member frequently needs to hear voices while interacting with guests and staff. Balance is often required to prevent falling when walking, standing while moving or carrying supplies or equipment. The team member occasionally pushes and pulls carts and equipment. Lifting is occasionally required when performing housekeeping duties. Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects such as carts, furniture and linens. The team member is required to have close visual acuity to perform the job such as working on computer and detecting if cleanliness meets standards. The team member is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. The team member is subject to environmental conditions found working inside and outside. The team member is subject to hazards which includes proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, or exposure to cleaning chemicals. The team member is occasionally subject to atmospheric condition such as fumes, odors, or dusts.

Paséa Hotel & Spa is an equal opportunity employer.