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Spa Receptionist

Spa Receptionist

Westin Hotels & ResortsCape Town, ZA
22 days ago
Job description

Job title : Spa Receptionist

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : November 14, 2025

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JOB SUMMARY

  • Reporting to the Spa Management, the successful candidate will be required manage the front desk / reception area. Perform and offer guests a wide range of Beauty , Body , Skin Therapy and treatments, whilst maintaining the quality and standards of the Westin Cape Town Hotel in accordance with Marriott International Policies and Procedures within a pressurized environment.

    • CANDIDATE PROFILE

    Education and Experience

  • Recognised or relevant qualification in Body, Skincare and Beauty Therapy and treatment.
  • At least 2 years` experience in a similar role i.e Receptionist within a 4 or 5-star Spa environment
  • At least 2 years’ experience as a therapist.
  • Strong planning and administrative and organizing skills
  • Proficient in MS Office and Spa booking systems
  • Professional Disposition
  • Professional telephone, communication and email etiquette
  • Problem solving, decision making and conflict resolutions skills
  • People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience
  • Ability to work within a pressurized environment
  • Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-driven
  • Ability to work without supervision and within a team
  • Attention to detail pertaining to area of responsibility
  • Required to work rostered shifts and irregular hours as per operational requirements
  • Flexible working hours as well as available to work weekends , Public holidays, opening and closing shifts when rostered as per operational requirements

    • CRITICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

  • Adherence to Spa opening and closing procedures
  • Ensure the front desk environment is kept neat and tidy at all times
  • Oversee arrival and departure of guests, and access control
  • Ensure that the standards of service excellence and guest satisfaction are maintained.
  • Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
  • Assist with Spa treatments as and when required
  • Maintain a float and make a deposit and accurate report of receipts daily
  • Control of cash and daily reconciliations
  • Assist in the marketing of the spa, revenue generation as well as retail Spa products as required
  • Effectively maintain the booking system
  • Assist with Stock checks as and when required
  • Report professional stock par levels timeously
  • Manage stock levels and administer utilization thereof
  • Liaison with housekeeping team with regards to Spa amenities as required
  • Initiate and place amenities orders as and when required
  • Complete required administrative tasks
  • Assist with efficient booking / upselling
  • Possibly be required to do spa treatments, if operations required to do so.
  • Providing nail care services and treatments to clients, including manicures and pedicures and Gel nail therapy
  • Adherence to health and safety as well as COVID protocols within the work environment and at work stations
  • Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
  • Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
  • Maintain strict hygiene standards as set out by management
  • Ensure workstations are kept neat and tidy before and after treatments
  • Perform other duties as and when required

    • Safety and Security

  • Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural  disasters).
  • Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
  • Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager / supervisor.
  • Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure  environment.
  • Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and / or report them to management and security / safety  personnel.

    • Policies and Procedures

  • Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
  • Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
  • Follow company and department policies and procedures.
  • Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company  policies and procedures.
  • Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

    • Guest Relations

  • Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the  guest's name when possible.
  • Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
  • Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions / offerings.
  • Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process  (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP, MYSTIQUE) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
  • Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
  • Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
  • Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and  watching / listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
  • Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals  within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper,  moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones).

    • Communication

  • Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
  • Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in  one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person / department, requesting permission before  placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
  • Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding  public areas of the property.
  • Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
  • Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
  • Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., pagers and two-way radios, email).

    • Working with Others

  • Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
  • Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
  • Handle sensitive issues with employees and / or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
  • Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

    • Quality Assurance / Quality Improvement

  • Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

    • Physical Tasks

  • Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
  • Enter and locate work-related information using computers and / or point of sale systems.
  • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

    • Check-in / Check-out

  • Process all guest check-ins by confirming reservations in computer system (e.g., Fidelio, PMS, FOSSE, OPERA),  verifying guest identity, requesting form of payment, assigning room, and issuing room key in accordance with  property policies and procedures.
  • Secure valid form of payment (e.g., credit card, cash) prior to issuing room key.
  • Set up accurate accounts for each guest upon check-in according to their requirements (i.e., sharewiths, separat room / tax / incidentals, comp).
  • Activate room keys using electronic key machine (e.g., Saflok) and reissue new room keys to guests as necessary (e.g.,  lost key) by verifying guest identity and using electronic key machine.
  • Assign room according to guest request and preferences whenever possible.
  • Verify and adjust billing for guests.
  • Process all check-outs including express check-outs, resolving any late and disputed charges, settling account, retrieving  room key, and requesting comments on guest's stay.
  • Advise guest of any messages (e.g., voicemail, mail, faxes) received for them, and send to room if required.
  • Accommodate requests for room changes when possible.
  • File guest paperwork or documentation.
  • Pre-register designated guests and prepare key packets.
  • Ensure rates match market codes and that any exceptions are documented and include an explanation.
  • Sell a room / accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability.
  • Communicate to appropriate staff that there are guests that are waiting for an available room.
  • Review requests for late check-outs and approve according to occupancy.
  • Keep track of changes in room status (e.g., early check-out, late check-out, room transfer, unexpected stay over) for

    • Housekeeping.

  • Coordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and to report guest concerns.
  • Obtain and verify proper tax-exempt information for tax-exempt guests.

    • Reservations / Blocking Rooms

  • Confirm reservations and cancellations.

    • Communications

  • Instruct guests on how to access the internet (e.g., dial-up, broadband, wireless).

    • Reports / Recordkeeping

  • Run daily reports (number of arrivals, departures), identify any special requests, and check reports for accuracy.
  • Complete designated cashier and closing reports in the computer system.
  • Run credit card authorization report and check for discrepancies.
  • Review shift logs / daily memo books and document pertinent information in logbooks.
  • Print contingency lists to have a record of all guests in case of emergency.

    • Greet / Escort Guests

  • Supply guests / residents with directions and information regarding property amenities, services, and hours of operation and local areas of interest and activities.

    • Guest Services

  • Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Bellperson, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security / Loss
  • Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
  • Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly.
  • Answer, record, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns.
  • Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
  • Accept and record wake-up call requests and deliver to appropriate department.

    • VIP / Concierge Services

  • Respond to special requests from guests / residents with unique needs.

    • Parking

  • Communicate parking procedures to guests / visitors.
  • Dispatch bell staff or valet staff as needed.

    • Cash Handling

  • Process all payment types such as room charges, cash, checks, debit, or credit.
  • Process adjustment vouchers, paid-outs, correction vouchers, and miscellaneous charges.
  • Count bank at end of shift and secure bank.
  • Balance and drop receipts according to Accounting specifications.
  • Provide change to guests.
  • Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures when computer system is down.
  • Cash guests' personal checks and traveler's checks.
  • Count bank at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

    • Finance-Related

  • Print credit check report, review status of each account, and follow up on accounts beyond approved credit limits.

    • Maintenance / Security

  • Notify Security of any guest reports of theft.
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