Beauty & Fitness Assistant, The Savoy

The Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels. A renowned leaders in the hospitality industry, The Savoy has a reputation for outstanding service and excellence. Originally built in 1889, the hotel has a rich history and has played host to royalty, world leaders and legends of the stage and screen. Today, colleagues pride themselves on being innovative and inspirational, delivering the very best in five star luxury. Passionate about developing and promoting talent, The Savoy offers unwavering support and recognition to colleagues, as well as having a very competitive benefits plan.

Job title: Beauty & Fitness Assistant 

Department: Beauty & Fitness 

Inspired & supported by: Head Therapist 

Salary: £28,324 (including service charge)

Your purpose will be: To be responsible for exceeding member expectations on a day to day basis, whilst ensuring that the Fitness Areas and Activities are promoted and run effectively. This role requires a proactive individual with strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and exceptional interpersonal abilities. By ensuring the smooth operation of our fitness facility, you will contribute significantly to the overall success of our establishment and the satisfaction of our guests.

You will be accountable for: 

• Ensuring the Fitness areas and equipment are maintained and presented as laid out in the Brand Standards 

• Assisting the Head Therapist in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism in all aspects of operations 

• Ensuring all treatments are carried out to the highest standards and targets are met. To maintain the five star level of cleanliness required 

Your key responsibilities & contribution will be: 

• Operational Excellence: Overseeing the day-to-day running of all fitness-related activities, ensuring the smooth functioning of our facility. 

• Maintenance and Presentation: Upholding high standards of cleanliness and maintenance for all gym equipment and ensuring the professional presentation of our colleagues. 

• Continuous Development: Engaging in ongoing training and self-development to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices. 

• Booking Management: Facilitating fitness and therapy bookings efficiently, ensuring optimal utilization of our resources. 

• Safety and Compliance: Prioritizing health and safety protocols to create a secure environment for all patrons and staff members. 

• Customer Relations: Handling complaints with professionalism and addressing them promptly to maintain a positive customer experience. 

• Promoting Engagement: Infusing the environment with fun and humor to create an enjoyable experience for all users. 

• Administrative Duties: Managing miscellaneous administrative tasks such as providing relevant information, operating the switchboard, answering queries, controlling float, completing administration query forms, and accurately recording income receipts. 

What you will need to do this role: 

• Passion for customer service and providing outstanding treatments to all guests 

• Previous experience in a luxury environment or day spa 

• Trained in body treatments, facials, manicure and pedicure 

• Outstanding communication skills, both written and spoken 

• Enthusiastic and positive personality 

• Excellent attention to detail 

• Highly organised and able to work independently 

• Flexibility to work shifts and weekends 

Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues. 

What’s in it for you? 

• Competitive salary and benefits including pension and life assurance 

• 31 days of holiday including public holidays (increase to 33 days after 5 years) 

• Cashback scheme for everyday wellbeing/healthcare expenses including Perkbox  

• Special rates for Savoy colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide 

• Fantastic colleague rates in Fairmont and Raffles hotels worldwide that includes friends & family  

• Free stay at The Savoy after successful completion of probation 

• 50% discount at our iconic American & Beaufort Bars 

• 50% discount at our world-famous Afternoon Tea 

• 50% discount at our spa and florist 

• 50% discount at Gordon Ramsay's River Restaurant and Savoy Grill 

• 20% at Gordon Ramsay restaurants outside the hotel and restaurant 1890 

• Laundry services & dry cleaning for uniformed and non-uniformed colleagues 

• Colleague gym facility and Virgin Active gym membership discount  

• Employee assistance programme 

• Annual optician reimbursements for eye tests and glasses 

• English language classes 

• Colleague restaurant 

• Local F&B, retail and gym discounts 

• Interfaith prayer room 

• Wellness room 

• Cycle to work scheme