Holistic Practitioner

Healing Earth Global

We have an exciting new position available for an experienced Holistic Practitioner at a luxury 5 star spa in the Cape Winelands.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Delivering variety of Holistic Spa therapies and procedures to a high quality and standard
  • Display deep knowledge and understanding of nutrition, exercise, mind-body connection, wellness, yoga, meditation
  • Plan and deliver a variety of Holistic Spa services, including Yoga and Meditation sessions, basic body massages and any other Holistic services offered professionally and in a safe and comfortable manner as per Spa Protocols
  • Assist with personal development and life-coaching for guests advantageous
  • Display knowledge on performing Guest retreats and workshops
  • Design and execute all wellness activities, retreats and events in an organized and professional manner along with Spa Manager
  • Design wellness retreats including all activities, treatments and take ownership of managing events along with Spa Manager
  • Deliver motivational talks and holistic/wellness activities
  • Assist Spa Manager to promote wellness programs through local market and build strong wellness and holistic database as needed
  • Ensure 5-star guest interaction and satisfaction, consistently to ensure service promise is fulfilled
  • Perform opening and closing procedures of the Spa as laid out in Spa Operating Procedures as needed
  • Always act as a Guest Liaison and manage all guest enquiries and bookings in assistance with Spa Manager and assistant Spa Manager .
  • Support Spa Manager and Assistant Spa Manager to complete all end of day Revenue reports, recording all guest invoices, treatments, revenue generating sales in an accurate and correct manner
  • Ensure that all room charges are correctly and promptly charged with guest signature as acknowledgement
  • Assist Spa Manager with month end report submission, Monthly Stock take reports, Onboarding of new staff members if and where needed
  • Capture daily data and capacity of Spa guests and visits and hotel occupancies to maximize business opportunities as needed
  • Provide direction, oversight, and guidance to the Spa team members
  • Assist Spa Manager and Assistant Spa Manager with efficient training of the Spa Team in all aspects of job tasks, procedures, products, and equipment as required by Management
  • Well versed in all aspects of the Spa's operations, i.e. business telephone, Guest relations, retail sales, spa services
  • Identify and capitalise on opportunities to up & Cross-sell products, services, and packages available to improve guest experiences
  • Identify and capitalise on revenue opportunities to support Financial targets and KPI’s
  • Work with Spa Manager and full team members to ensure Spa Par stock are in good condition, clean and at sufficient levels.
  • Maintain a neat, clean, and hygienic working environment
  • Support management of the Spa Reception alongside the Spa manager and Assistant Spa Manager as required (answering the phone, cash up’s, scheduling of appointments) and general housekeeping duties along.
  • Adhere to department specific Grooming Standards laid out in company guidelines
  • Conduct Spa Tours to guests and answer questions confidently and knowledgeable as required
  • Ensure clear and respectful communication between all spa team members and other departments as required
  • When doing classes or services, be on time for appointments and thoroughly review appointments after completing each service and shift
  • Ensure the facility is in peak condition at all times (operations and cleanliness).
  • Ensure Guest/member satisfaction at all times by ensuring that safety and service is always the spa's first priority.
  • Serve as a link between the hotel and the spa department and ensure effective communications between both parties
  • Assist Spa Manager in the implementation of 12-month marketing and promotional activity plan.
  • Identify new business and marketing opportunities.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of competitors, including location, product offering, pricing, promotions and sales techniques.
  • Assist Spa Manager with and ensure that departmental communication meetings are effective.
  • Facility walk-through to have visual presence within department for all spa staff.
  • Carry out any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Spa Management

Requirements

  • Display deep knowledge and understanding of nutrition, exercise, mind-body connection, wellness, yoga, meditation
  • Deliver a variety of Holistic Spa services, including Yoga and Meditation sessions, basic body massages and any other Holistic services, inclusive of Ayurvedic treatments advantageous, professionally and in a safe and comfortable manner as per Spa Protocols
  • Assist with personal development and life-coaching for guests advantageous
  • Design and execute all wellness activities, retreats and events in an organized and professional manner along with Spa Manager
  • Design wellness retreats including all activities, treatments and take ownership of managing events along with Spa Manager
  • Deliver motivational talks and holistic/wellness activities
  • Deliver variety of Spa services and procedures to a high quality and standard

Additional Holistic Knowledge (Advantageous but not essential)

  • Understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles is an advantage
  • Pilates-based movement or mindful body conditioning experience is an advantage
  • Experience in guided movement practices such as gentle aerobics or wellness flow sessions is an advantage
  • Ability to facilitate intuitive or reflective wellness practices (e.g. tarot or symbolic guidance) is an advantage
  • Training or experience in energy healing modalities such as Reiki or crystal healing is an advantage
  • Sound healing facilitation (singing bowls, vibrational therapy, frequency work) is an advantage
  • Knowledge of somatic awareness, embodiment practices, or trauma informed movement is an advantage
  • Experience in nature based wellness practices such as forest bathing or mindfulness-in-nature sessions is an advantage

To Apply

Please send your CV, a motivational cover letter, and at least three contactable references to:

***email_hidden*** / [email protected]

Only applicants with the relevant qualifications and the required experience in luxury spa management will be considered.