Salon Reception

East Bank Club

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Chicago, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Salon Receptionist serves as the first point of contact, managing appointments, inquiries, and payments to ensure a smooth client experience. They are also responsible for maintaining the reception area and collaborating with staff to optimize salon efficiency.

Qualifications

You have exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment. Experience in a luxury or upscale setting is preferred, along with a strong focus on hospitality to ensure a seamless client experience.

Must Have Skills for ATS

customer service

scheduling

payment processing

upselling

Job Description

We are seeking a friendly and organized Salon Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our clients, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a smooth salon experience. The Salon Receptionist will handle appointments, inquiries, and payments, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for our guests.

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour. This position is considered entry level.

Full-time Schedule:
Monday: 7:45am-3:00pm
Tuesday: 8:45am-4:00pm
Wednesday: off
Thursday: off
Friday: 7:45am-4:00pm
Saturday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Sunday: 8:45am-4:00pm
Additional flexibility required

Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet clients warmly and assist them with scheduling appointments, inquiries, and salon services.
  • Manage phone calls, emails, and walk-ins, providing accurate information about salon services, pricing, and availability.
  • Coordinate and confirm appointments, ensuring the salon schedule is optimized for efficiency.
  • Process payments and maintain accurate records of sales and transactions.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization at the reception area, retail display, promotional materials, and refreshments.
  • Handle customer feedback and complaints professionally, seeking timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with salon staff to ensure a seamless and delightful customer experience.
  • Upsell salon products and services to clients based on their needs and preferences.
  • Standing, sitting, smiling and communicating for sustained periods of time.
  • Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Movement with fingers, hands, wrists and arms.
  • Ability to grasp and reach, sometimes above shoulder level.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel and crouch.
  • Experience with working in a luxury, upscale environment with strong hospitality focus preferred.
  • Ability to multitask, works well under pressure, and able to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Ability to work weekend day and be evening shift.
  • Exceptional organizational, written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to problem-solve on the spot.

Time Off & Retirement

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with company match up to 3%
  • Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
  • Holiday Bonus
  • Paid Parental Leave


Health & Wellness:

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • HSA and FSA enrollment options
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability options
  • Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
  • Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Pet Insurance through MetLife


Employee Perks:

  • Free workout privileges
  • Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
  • Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
  • Access to Tickets at Work discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement

East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.

East Bank Club

A veritable Chicago institution, East Bank Club is recognized as the country's most gracious and dynamic fitness, sports and dining facility. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, the Club opened its doors in 1980 and employs more than 400 employees. East Bank Club has set the standard for first-class hospitality and excellence in the fitness industry, a standard exemplified by each employee. The bonds employees create with fellow staff, members and the Club itself keep members and employees returning day after day. Career options at the Club include positions in customer service, fitness, spa and salon, and food and beverage, among many other opportunities. Each and every employee is a valued and vital member of the East Bank Club team. East Bank Club employees find pride in the Club's status as an industry leader. The Club is considered the gold standard in the industry, with state-of-the-art equipment, extensive programming, a wide array of amenities, and excellent and highly qualified staff. Employees are encouraged to utilize the Club’s workout facilities to fully embrace the Club’s ethos to live well. In addition, the Club offers highly competitive wages and benefits. East Bank Club employees are committed to helping our members live well. More than half of the Club’s employees have been committed to this goal for five years or more. That is what happens when you work for an industry leader. That is what happens when your employer sets the standard. That is what happens when you focus on health that goes beyond fitness. It takes a simple commitment. Are you ready?
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