Spa Therapist

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About The Location:

A secluded oasis at the edge of an idyllic lagoon! On the east coast of Mauritius, lapped by turquoise waters perfect for water sports, our relaxing Resort is filled with lush greenery and dramatic views everywhere you turn. Each stylish villa and residence feature its own private garden and pool – just like the home for the Resort’s resident giant tortoises. After a day exploring the Indian Ocean or playing unlimited golf at both our Ernie Els-designed course and Bernhard Langer signature course, unwind at our award-winning Spa and raise a glass at one of our exciting dining venues. Mauritius is teeming with opportunities for your next day’s adventures. This beautiful resort opened in October 2008, and has 90 one-bedroom villas, 1 Presidential Suite, 45 two-to-five-bedroom residential villas, 5 stunning Food and Beverage venues in addition to managing an off-property beach bar/restaurant, an award-winning over water Spa, 2 tennis courts and a fitness center.

Special Requirements

• Has 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in spa therapy 
• Possesses excellent English, math and psychometric abilities  
• Possesses aptitude and upward mobility 
• Technical education in physiotherapy is preferred. CIDESCO & CIBTAC certification is an advantage  
• Willing to conduct cross gender treatments 
• Works well in a team environment 
• Flexible with schedule and prepared to work a variety of shifts, including overtime and adjust shift and/or off days according to operational requirements. 

Major Responsibilities

General

Is directly responsible for the day-to-day key processes in his/her area of work 

Assists his/her supervisor in executing the day-to-day operational requirements 

Assumes training responsibilities when required; demonstrates a high degree of standards awareness; promotes teamwork and acts as role model 

Attends and actively participates in all scheduled training sessions 

Actively offers operational, employee and customer (internal and external) related feedback to management 

Displays warmth, care and genuine enthusiasm when dealing with guests and internal customers; lives the Golden Rule 

Departmental

Provide professional treatments for any guest (male or female) including but not limited to massage, facial treatments and body treatments. Recommend further treatments to guest which address their concerns and preferences 

Describe spa treatments knowledgeably and enthusiastically and ask guests pertinent questions, to determine their needs and preferences 

Utilize all of the professional products safely and accurately & take reasonable care to perform duties as instructed, and to prevent injuries to self and others 

Have a thorough understanding of every spa service including benefits, indications & contraindications for each of the treatments, facials, massages 

Ensure treatment rooms are immaculately maintained (including linen, terry and any equipment in the treatment room) 

Has good knowledge of Body anatomy and physiology  

Adheres to the department policies & procedures, standards and sequence of service. 

Records guest preferences in detail after each treatment for future reference. 

Efficiently operates Spa Soft system to be informed of bookings and guest details. 

Is highly sensitive to guest's preferences and special requests; offers meaningful alternatives when special requests cannot be met 

Possesses a high degree of product knowledge for both treatments and retail and relevant technical skills. 

Conduct accurate monthly inventories for all professional supplies  

Up sells the Spa retail as a home care for guests in a personalized and knowledgeable manner 

Stays informed of events in the resort and intuitively recommends and effectively up sells resort facilities in a personalized manner.  

Provides individual assistance and accurate information in an effective and timely manner; offers a special touch when an opportunity is presented 

Adhere to Spa Soft booking schedule and arrive at least 5 minutes prior to appointment time to meet your guest. 

Spa atmosphere must be maintained with proper music, lighting, temperature and aroma. 

Anticipates guest needs and takes ownership of guest concerns and requests; acts decisively to ensure guest satisfaction; reports all glitches to Manager for further follow up 

General

Adheres to the hotel's code of conduct and grooming & hygiene standards 

Is seen as working hands-on, assisting colleagues whenever necessary, including juice bar, retail and attendant coverage. 

Attends and actively participates in all scheduled training sessions, daily briefings and meetings 

Maintains a clean and orderly work area and promotes a safe working environment  

Performs any additional duties as assigned