Assistant Spa Manager

Temps plein

Join our Spa Team as an Assistant Spa Manager where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Chateaux property, also recognized by Forbes, Michelin (Two Keys), AAA 4-Diamond, and T&L’s World's Best Hotel.

The Ancient Cedars Spa is our haven of relaxation and well-being, a dedicated space for our guests to unwind and soak in the untouched beauty of the West Coast.

Our outstanding Spa team has garnered a reputation of service excellence and has been internationally recognized and awarded. With treatments inspired by the rainforest and coast, our practitioners, estheticians, coordinators and attendants work together to provide personalized service and create a relaxing environment for our guests.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.

As an Assistant Spa Manager you will:

• Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards.
• Be true to the mission statements of the Inn. Constantly ensure that the standards of Relais & Chateaux, the Forbes standards and Wickaninnish service philosophies are followed.
• Lead by example and be a pro-active member of the Ancient Cedars Spa Leadership Team.
• Assist the Spa Manager as they are responsible and accountable for the actions of Ancient Cedars Spa team members; act as the Spa Manager when they are not there and be a “hands on manager” assisting the team as they strive to meet and exceed guest expectations.
• Create a positive atmosphere for learning and development for the Ancient Cedars Spa team members.
• Be responsible for the overall cleanliness and physical condition of Ancient Cedars Spa, including, but not limited to, working space, storage space, and equipment.
• Be the contact person for guests who may require immediate assistance, and/or follow up with guest concerns as necessary.
• Assist in administering Human Resources related tasks within the department, including, but not limited to, scheduling, submitting payroll, interviewing, hiring, performance management, reviews, etc.) for members of the Spa Leadership team, coordinators, practitioners, yoga instructors, and attendants.
• Assist in creating and achieving the annual budget for Ancient Cedars Spa.
• Monitor the retail program within the spa; provide training and ongoing feedback to practitioners, as well as performance management discussions with practitioners related to their retail sales performance.
• Work at the reception desk and cover treatments wherever required.
• Be familiar with the Position Description for the Ancient Cedars Spa Manager and complete the Manager’s duties and responsibilities in his/her absence.
• Complete all administrative responsibilities required to maintain the smooth operation of Ancient Cedars Spa.

Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. They will have:

• The willingness to learn in a team environment while striving to exceed Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards.
• Superior Human Resources, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a stressful environment, and creative problem-solving skills are required.
• The desire to lead a world-class spa team.
• Knowledge and/or be comfortable with standard operating financial statements, as well as the budgeting process, and effective cost management.
• Working knowledge of Spa Software, Maestro, Microsoft Word and Excel, and File Maker Pro are assets.
• The responsibility to plan, control the budget, and manage inventory.
• The responsibility to respond to inquiries or complaints and resolve problems.
• The flexibility to do shift work and be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Previous experience as a Massage Practitioner, minimum 1000 hours in massage education.
• A minimum 2 years’ management experience in a high-end, full-service luxury facility is necessary.
• The ability to make a commitment of 2 years to the position.

A mutual understanding of your employment duration will be determined during your interview.

Salary/Wage: $54,000 - $60,100 per year