Barber

Roles and responsibilities

To provide barber treatments and recommend experiences as well as retail products at the highest level of personalization while maintaining a gracious, enthusiastic, helpful and professional attitude with all Guests and Associates. To possess complete knowledge and understanding of all services and products offered, upholding to the Asaya wellness and vision of the Pankhurst London Barber shop.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Duties

• Deliver high class grooming services with scissor haircuts, wet shaves, beard trims and facial treatments

• Master both traditional barbering and modern styling techniques to ensure Pankhurst’s signature experience

• Provide expert advice on Pankhurst and other featured products within the salon and tailor recommendations based on individual client needs

• Be knowledgeable about and promote all services and products, and be able to compare and contrast the different treatments available

• Lead by example in delivering personalized customer service to ensure all guests receive an exceptional luxury experience from the moment they enter to the completion of services

• Greet and anticipate guest needs within the Barber Shop, exceeding their expectations at every opportunity with the highest level of personalization

• Closely keep track of the schedule of appointments and strictly adhere to punctuality

• Be positive within the Barber Shop and a role model to the rest of the team, promoting effective communication that guests see the close team spirit and nurturing the environment

• Respond to guests requests immediately, accurately and appropriately

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through warm and personalized consultations that create repeat business and loyalty

• Be familiar with treatments and products that are not suitable for use during certain conditions (e.g. skin sensitivities)

• Ensure the smooth running of the Barber Shop with clear communication with both associates and guests regarding appointments and retail products, providing a seamless service throughout the entire Barber Shop

• Upsell grooming services and recommend retail products to enhance the guest experience with a deep understanding of the available product line

• Educate clients and staff on product usage and aftercare routines to boost sales revenue for both services and retail

• Train, mentor and oversee a team of hired barbers to ensure they uphold Pankhurst London’s grooming standards and service ethos in context of Asaya Wellness Center for Rosewood Doha

• Facilitate regular skill development sessions actively implementing Pankhurst’s techniques and product usage

• Manage performance, maintain motivation and ensure continuous improvement among the team

• Oversee the day to day operations of the Barber Shop ensuring cleanliness, order and strict adherence to hygiene protocols as well as overall appearance

• Support associates in ensuring that all grooming stations are fully stocked with all itemsn necessary to provide all services

• Maintain a clean, safe, stocked and well organized barber station

Desired candidate profile

• Comply and adhere to the Rosewood company policies.

• Take on other tasks in addition of the ones stated, in a reasonable framework.

• Be a “brand ambassador” at all times and ensure brand integrity and clarity are always maintained.

• Model the Company’s culture, vision, mission, and core values at all times.

• Be mindful of and active in a Spa & Wellness lifestyle, and strive to inspire wellness-focused change in others.

• Maintain an understanding of the spa industry and spa philosophy (emotional, physical, nutrition, skin health, community.)

• Understand that as a representative of Asaya they will maintain a healthy, fit appearance and a positive attitude.

• Maintain personal grooming and appearance according to the standards.

• Maintain a positive attitude toward guests, co-workers, subordinates, and hotel management. Avoid engaging in gossip or any dialogue that may diminish the direction and goals of the hotel and the hotel group.

Confidentiality

Whist working for the company there will be access to a wide variety of confidential information concerning the company, guests and associates.  It is vital that all such information remains confidential and must not be disclosed to anyone outside the company, guests and employees, unless otherwise stated.

Health & Safety

• Be aware of and comply with safe working practices as laid down under the Health and Safety Act as applicable to your place of work. This will include your awareness of any specific hazards at your workplace.

• The wearing of appropriate protective clothing provided by or recommended by the Company will be obligatory.

• Report any defects in the building, plant or equipment according to hotel procedure.

• Ensure that any accidents to staff, guests or visitors are reported immediately in accordance with correct procedures.

• Attend Statutory Fire, Health & Safety training and be fully conversant with and abide by all rules concerning Fire, Health & Safety.

• Be fully conversant with:

Regulations

Risk Assessments for your department

Hotel Fire & Bomb Procedures