Nail Technician, PT

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

John Knox Village is seeking a part-time Nail Technician to work in their modern and spacious independent living salons. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of older adults, build meaningful relationships, and utilize all salon services skills. The salons offer high-end services including manicures and pedicures, with a built-in clientele. The position offers competitive commission plus tips, and evenings and weekends are not required. A concierge service manages appointment books, allowing the technician to focus on client needs and provide exceptional services. All supplies are provided (Paul Mitchell-exclusive), and stylists only need to bring their shears. The role is part-time, averaging 24 hours per week based on client needs, with typical hours from 8a-4:30p.

Requirements

High school education or general education degree (GED) required.
Current nail technician license is required.
Basic level keyboarding skills required.
1 year hair nail technician experience required.
Strong interpersonal, teamwork and customer service skills.
Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs and correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the latest haircuts and new products on the market is essential.
Basic use of Word, Outlook, etc. preferred.
Basic understanding of computer cashiering system preferred.
Previous experience working with seniors preferred.
Provides own tools of the trade (cuticle nippers, drill, cuticle pusher if made of metal, and nail clippers).

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of nail services including manicures, pedicures, shellac, axiom and acrylic.
Works with Manager of Salon Services to promote individual and collective salon services.
Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations.
Completes training as required by policy.
Manicures, pedicures, shellac, axiom, and acrylic to residents and associates of John Knox Village as well as outside customers.
Open and close Salon.
Keep a record of service and authorization.
Inventory stock and order supplies as necessary to get maximum quality service with most reasonable cost.
Schedules appointments with customers.
Positively interacts and works constructively in a team with co-workers.
Assist clients in and out of chair for service without causing potential injury to themselves or clients.
Sweeps and cleans work station after customers.
Listens to and has compassion for customers.
Keeps salon clean and in order on a regular basis.
Works with Manager of Salon Services to promote salons through regular coupons and incentives visiting with potential customers and promoting other services salons offer (e.g. massage therapy).
Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
Handles stress well and gets along with others within the workplace and with customers outside the department.
Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.