Lead Wellness Technician - Aesthetician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Lead Aesthetician is a results-driven skincare leader, responsible for delivering exceptional treatments while guiding the esthetics team in upholding the highest standards of guest care, luxury service, and innovation. With advanced technical skills and a strong passion for skincare education, the Lead Esthetician is both practitioner and innovator — introducing new treatments, technology, and products to enhance the guest journey and support the spa’s growth. Acting as a trusted ambassador to the Director of Spa & Wellness, the Lead Esthetician ensures the department operates with professionalism, creativity, and a commitment to driving results.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish) is mandatory.

• Completion of a state-approved esthetics program or apprenticeship (approximately 1,500 hours).

• Minimum of 5 years of professional massage therapy experience in a luxury spa, wellness, or resort environment preferred.

• Valid Esthetics license; additional certifications in advanced modalities preferred.

• CIDESCO certification or similar international credential is a plus.

• Experience in medi-spa or advanced skincare settings is highly desirable.

• Strong knowledge of global skincare trends, techniques, and technologies.

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of estheticians.

• Demonstrated success in retail sales and guest education.

• Familiarity with spa management systems (Book4Time, SpaSoft, etc.) preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Visionary skincare professional with passion for innovation and result driven treatments.

• Strong educator, able to inspire both guests and team through knowledge and communication.

• Natural leader who balances technical expertise with supportive mentorship.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with an eye for retail presentation and product curation.

• Gracious, polished, and professional; embodies luxury hospitality standards.

• Confident, proactive, and collaborative in bringing new ideas to leadership.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as required.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and be on-site to oversee daily operations.

• Must be able to perform physical activities related to massage/body treatments including standing, bending, stretching, and repetitive motions for extended periods.Ability to provide treatments in various locations including spa treatment rooms, poolside cabanas, lounges, and wellness event spaces.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and assist with light physical tasks when needed (e.g., setting up for special events or promotional displays).