Beautician / Nail Artist Fixed-term Contract M/F/X 50% - Spring 2025
Fairmont Grand Hôtel Geneva
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Montreux, Switzerland
Key information
- Publication date:19 December 2025
- Workload:50%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Montreux, Switzerland
Job summary
Join Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality. Experience a vibrant work environment with fantastic benefits.
Tasks
- Deliver exceptional, warm, and engaging service to guests.
- Perform spa treatments following Fairmont standards with attention to detail.
- Advise clients on spa services and maintain treatment rooms.
Skills
- Recognized therapist diploma with a year of relevant experience.
- Fluency in French with good English skills; other languages a plus.
- Strong customer service skills and ability to handle emergencies.
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Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, with 34 more in preparation, in 30 countries around the world, stretching from the beaches of Hawaii to the preserved national parks of Canada, through the heart of London and the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace:
Located on the shores of Lake Geneva and facing the magnificent view of the Alps, the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hotel is a distinguished hotel establishment, a member of the Accor group, the Fairmont brand, and affiliated with Swiss Deluxe Hotels. Possessing an incomparable worldwide reputation characterized by 236 luxurious rooms and suites and one of the most refined gastronomic experiences, the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hotel is truly an enchanting place. Its six restaurants and bars offer a wide choice of delights that will satisfy the most demanding palates. The Montreux Jazz Café is the must-visit spot to vibe to the rhythm of the Festival 365 days a year in the magical setting of the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, the MP’s Bar & Grill is a high-end restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere specializing in grilled dishes unmatched in the region, and Funky Claude’s Bar is the undisputed place to land late into the night to enjoy an incredible lineup of traditional and exclusive cocktails to the rhythm of the best live scene in town. Fairmont Le Montreux Palace also specializes in hosting congresses, meetings, and seminars. The Fairmont Spa is a 2000 m² wellness area dedicated to fitness, relaxation, and beauty.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of the Fairmont Spa, the essential responsibilities and functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Consistently provide professional, friendly, and engaging service
- Perform Fairmont Spa treatments according to standards. Particular attention will be paid to technical details and communication with the client for any specific questions regarding a physical or cosmetic issue. Music, voice, tone, lighting, safety, and privacy will be adapted to each client
- Advise clients on the care programs offered by Fairmont Spa
- Set up treatment rooms in accordance with standards and organize the necessary stocks for treatments
- Make care and product recommendations after each appointment and advise clients in their choices
- Sell Fairmont Spa products (Biologique Recherche, Swiss Perfection Montreux, etc.)
- Maintain perfect hygiene and cleanliness in the cabins and all treatment areas
- Participate in daily briefings and follow up on client requests
- Keep a daily report and communicate in the instruction book all special client requests for products, treatments, or maintenance
- Know the treatments and products offered at Fairmont Spa
- Complete a daily checklist by treatment zones
- Participate in department meetings
- Promote the Spa
- Assist other Spa departments when Therapy activity is quiet
- Commit to the quality of service, discretion, and perfect honesty
- Maintain excellent contact with colleagues
- Follow ongoing training according to the evolution of the profession and needs to always be informed about new techniques and equipment
- Respect all hygiene and safety policies
- Other tasks as assigned
- Recognized therapist diploma (Massage and Aesthetics)
- 1 year of experience in a similar position
- Fluency in French
- Good knowledge of English
- Knowledge of German, Russian, or Arabic is an asset
- Excellent presentation
- Sense of hospitality and sales
- Calmness (handles customer complaints and emergency situations)
- Rigor and organization
- Mastery of different massage techniques and various care techniques
- Knowledge of computer software is an asset (booking, payment techniques, ...)
- Knowledge of safety rules
- Ability to take initiative
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Good physical condition
Your work environment:
Physical aspects of the position:
- Frequent: walking and standing throughout the day
- Occasional: lifting and carrying loads
- Occasional: bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, sitting
- Occasional: climbing up or down stairs and ramps
VISA REQUIREMENTS
To be able to work in Switzerland, the candidate must have a Swiss work permit or be from an EU-17 or EU-8 European country.
Please note that only applications sent through our recruitment site https://careers.accor.com/fr/fr will be considered.
BENEFITS
- Housing possibility depending on availability
- 1 meal per working day (benefit in kind)
- Discounts in various local businesses
- Preferential rates within the Accor Group, at our points of sale, and in the Swiss Deluxe Hotels portfolio
- Join us and discover all our other benefits…
Additional Information
Our values
Respect:
We value the needs, ideas, and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
Belonging:
We celebrate our differences. We support each other and are always united.
Integrity:
We build trust through mutual respect and authenticity.
Empowerment:
We have the power to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
Excellence:
We build authentic connections and cherish every opportunity to make those around us feel special.
Diversity and Inclusion
Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talents thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.
Employee Benefits:
Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive benefits for your colleagues, including free upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays at Fairmont and Raffles properties, special discounts on dining and wellness, as well as additional luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe it is important to take care of our team, ensuring your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.