Cosmetologist; Seasonal

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM

This position will ensure that all GTRS policies and procedures are followed and provide our guests with memorable and exceptional spa experiences.

• Educate the guest in the area of health enhancement and wellness and sell related retail products
• Recommend appropriate products or services according to guests need
• Be knowledgeable and up to date on current service offerings, promotions, and/or policies
• Manage service time according to current protocols determined by management
• Analyze patrons’ hair and other physical features to determine and recommend beauty treatment or suggest hair styles
• Provides guests with quality services in the following areas:
  Nail Care, Hair Care
• Update and maintain customer information records, such as beauty services provided
• Cover all hours determined by schedule
• Maintaining cleanliness of the Spa and stocking as needed or directed including any occupied workspace
• Relay guest concerns to management or appropriate administrator
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all applicable job practices
• Keep up to date on department correspondence which include newsletters, emails, memos and/or texts
• Attend mandatory meetings and/or trainings determined by management
• Display confidence and professionalism at all times
• Good rapport with fellow employees and reflect positive attitude
• Maintain open line of communication with supervisor
• Maintain superior working relations with internal and external customers while providing a memorable experience
• Ensure personal accountability for all work duties, assignments, and performance expectations
• Lead by example by displaying a readiness to respond positively to instruction and procedures
• Provide and receive feedback in a positive manner, earning respect from others by consistently displaying a positive attitude and behaviors
• Ensure work is completed in a safe manner, conscious of standard operating procedures, and use of personal protective equipment
• Adhere to uniform and personal appearance standards set forth by the Employee Handbook
• Exemplify and model GTRS Core Values
• Adhere to and ensure employee accountability for GTRS policies, procedures, and standards
• Comply with all workplace health and safety operating and reporting procedures including OSHA and MIOSHA
• All other duties as assigned

• Trained in Cosmetology from an accredited learning institution
• Valid Cosmetology License from the State of Michigan
• 1 year previous experience in the beauty industry, preferably in a high end spa
• 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or GED
• Experience working with service booking software and Microsoft operating systems
• 2 years of licensed experiences is preferred

• Ability to match or detest differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
• Provide and receive feedback in a positive manner, earning respect from others by consistently displaying a positive attitude and behaviors
• Team oriented with strong interpersonal skills, able to motivate others through work habits and set a good example
• Possess effective time management skills when completing assigned tasks
• Ability to identify complex problems, evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal; communicating information and ideas in speaking so that others will understand
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Motivated with a positive attitude and perform effectively under high pressure/volume

• Must possess the ability to interact with different types of personalities on a daily basis while displaying a calm and professional demeanor
• Ability to quickly move arms, hands, and fingers to grasp; manipulate and assemble objects, walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or stand for long periods of time
• Capable of lifting up to 10…