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 historic landmark with modern energy. History comes to life with modern energy at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid. In the very heart of the capital – within walking distance of all the key attractions – seven historic buildings have been transformed into one dynamic destination. With rooftop dining by Spanish celebrity chef Dani García, Asian-Mediterranean cuisine at our award-winning modern cocktail bar and restaurant Isa, and a four-level Wellness Centre with a sun-splashed pool terrace, Four Seasons is bringing a new level of luxury and service to locals and guests alike.About Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid, a collection of seven heritage buildings is ideally situated near the business district and close to Madrid’s major tourist attractions. A historical landmark redefining elegance, sophistication and urban luxury, located in Centro Canalejas Madrid.
After a careful restoration, Four Seasons Hotel Madrid, is home to 200 guest rooms including 39 suites, 22 luxury residences, a dynamic brasserie that combines Michelin-starred specialties with traditional Andalusian cuisine including an expansive roof terrace, an informal gastrobar, where delicious Asian-inspired tapas pair with epicurean signature cocktails, a cutting-edge Spa, stylish function spaces and luxury retail.
The Role of Spa Assistant Manager
The Spa Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Spa and the spa therapists/attendants/receptionist’ team. The Spa Assistant Manager must at all times display professionalism and attention to detail to serve as an example and leader to the spa team. Act as an ambassador of the Spa. Comply with all Four Seasons’ policies and procedures.
Main Duties
To provide a personalized experience with seamless service of treatments that deliver tangible health and wellbeing benefits and have been recommended according to an appropriate consultation with the guest.To handle guest’s complaints, concerns and comments and find an appropriate and suitable resolution to ensure guest satisfaction.The ability to interact with guests, providing full knowledge and assistance for maximum guest usage in a friendly and unobtrusive manner with all guests. Act as ambassador for the Spa at all times.The ability to work with the team to ensure that the highest level of service is performed in conjunction with a smooth spa operation.To proactively work with Spa Therapist and Reception team on upselling products and services to generate incremental revenue and guest satisfaction.Implement an innovative approach to the business, constantly seeking, suggesting and implementing new product and service enhancements.To provide a friendly, courteous and professional service at all times that exceeds guest expectation.The ability to drive the revenue in SPA services through proper yield management and sales and implementing new procedures for Spa Therapists and Receptionists in order to improve productivity and service delivery.The ability to play an active role in creating new initiatives in retail/ booking incentives and cross selling promotions to maximize business potential.Ensure therapists, receptionists and other SPA staff members regularly record guest preferences, accurately updating guest profilesEnsure turn away business and repeat guests are accurately tracked.Proactively monitoring Book4Time and educating Receptionists to ensure:Reservations are complete and correct in order to foresee and prevent glitches and guest complaints.Reservations are made with regard to productivity to reduce the amount of down time for Therapists.Strategic booking practices with regard to productivity and room utilization during peak hours.Assists with group bookings and correspondence.Assist and help organise demonstrations and events as required.To convey clear and efficient instructions and guidance to all Spa Therapists, Receptionists and Attendants regarding daily/upcoming events through use of daily briefings, pass-on logs, or any other means necessary. Attain a high level of effective employee morale and communication.Ensure that the correct quantities and mix of product are being used within treatments and to ensure as far as possible the security of products within treatment rooms and sales areas.Assist the Spa Director in the ordering and management of stock within The Spa.Ensure all client notes are recorded by therapists in Book4Time and that guest histories are updated.Flexible with regard to working shifts, and be prepared to adjust these to meet demands of the business.To participate in regular staff meetings to keep employees informed of hotel policies and changes as well as ways to increase sales and service.To communicate thoroughly on all levels with colleagues and management.Prepares the weekly rota for the Spa Receptionists and Attendants, for the approval of Spa Management.To report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform/attire and name badge. To maintain a high standard of personal appearance, grooming and hygiene and adhere to the hotel and department personal appearance standards. To ensure Spa Receptionists are always correctly groomed and be a role model in this area.Takes action in all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and wellbeing of hotel guests and employees. Responds swiftly and effectively in any hotel emergency or safety situation.To train SPA Receptionists to describe and sell SPA services and products, including retail according to the guest’s preferences.Update the Spa training manuals, procedures and new hire testing on a quarterly basis to reflect updates in procedures and tasks.Monitoring Spa Therapist/Receptionist performance and assisting with information gathering for performance reviews.Conduct daily reviews Spa facilities (4th, 5th, 6th and 8th floors), in conjunction with Spa Attendant, to ensure all equipment is in good condition and working order. Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene and professional presentation of all areas.Ensure compliance of daily and opening/closing checklists in all areas of the treatment room areas, ensuring that all treatment rooms, the relaxation lounge are well maintained, stocked, and cleaned to ensure high quality presentation.The ability to assist in all areas of the Spa when necessary, including all reception duties and to step in with attendants when needed.To confidently use all the IT systems utilized within the department and maintain key operators/trainers for each system to ensure full utilization of all the systems and ensure that all receptionists are fully proficient.Exceptional proficiency in all Spa Receptionist tasks. Responsibilities which include: answering phones, booking appointments, checking guests in and out of the spa, retail sales and completing all shift reports and paperwork.The ability to manage the inventory of retail, assist with reordering of products and maximize profitability and revenue generation.Assist with monthly standards testing to ensure goals are achieved in both Get It Right and Get Me Right standards.To perform other tasks or projects as assigned by Spa Management.To maintain good working relationships with your colleagues and all other departments through working by The Golden Rule.Our Ideal Spa Assistant Manager will have:
The ideal candidate must be flexible in order to accept assignments on as need basis. Previous experience in a hotel spa environment is required, as well management experience. Excellent communication skills are essential, as well as an eye for detail. Must have the legal right to work in Spain and have fluency in English and Spanish.
Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of; the opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done. We look for talent who share the Golden Rule – people who, by nature, believe in treating others as we would have them treat us. As Four Seasons works towards phenomenal growth in the next decade, our most valuable partners continue to be our talent, with whom we have a strong relationship based on the Golden Rule. This relationship is made tangible by the awards received year after year by Four Seasons on a corporate level, as well as by our hotels, resorts and residences around the world, making us an undisputed “employer of choice.”