Manicurist Job Description

Manicurist Job Description

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Manicurist provides nail care services including manicures, pedicures, hand/feet paraffin, sculptured nails, tips with or without overlays, fills, polish changes on hands or feet, and nail repairs as required by the Spa while upholding all state board standards.

Manicurist Duties & Responsibilities

To write an effective manicurist job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included manicurist job description templates that you can modify and use.

Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Maintain a working knowledge of all products, retail and be informed of the latest trends in nail care services and techniques
Greeting and assisting all guests shopping in the Boutique by introducing them to new promotions products and special events through demonstrations and attractive displays
Set up workstation and/or treatment room with necessary products, equipment, and supplies
Recommends new products to clients
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and stations used, , restock of linens and products between and at the end of each working shift
Sells nail products to patrons
Promote and sell service treatments, enhancements, upgrades and retail products
Performing all other related duties as assigned
Prepares fingernails for polishing by removing nail polish and/or designs currently on nails
Performs nail wrapping with the use of nail glue, silk or linen wrapping, powder filling, through the use of nail files, emery boards, Ensures that nails are smooth for polishing

Manicurist Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Manicurist

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: MA

Education for Manicurist

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the manicurist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Education, General Education, Cosmetology, Cosmetologist, Healthcare, Technical

Skills for Manicurist

Desired skills for manicurist include:

Division
Multiplication
Subtraction
Spa software
Spa Software and operating systems
Addition
Products
Retail and be informed of the latest trends in nail care services and techniques
Products and be informed of the latest trends in nail care services and techniques
Microsoft Office and aptitude to learn other computer programs

Desired experience for manicurist includes:

Examines patrons nails and cuticles for disorders, including nail disease, which may interfere with requested services
Prepares beauty salon chit (SS/160), operates cash register and balances sales using salesperson's daily cash report (SS/120)
Maintains scissors and other tools in cleaning solution, ensuring that they are sanitized before and after each use
Providing top of the line nail salon services to members and guests
Performing manicures, pedicures, nail applications, and hand/foot treatments for guests
Must have previous nail salon experience in administering various types of treatments in a high volume environment

Manicurist Examples

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Manicurist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a manicurist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for manicurist
  • Must maintain awareness of current trends and fashions and be able to speak professionally and with authority about those trends
  • Greets guests and preform nail services with exceptional customer service skills
  • Follow all prescribed safety procedures
  • Maintain adequate supply of towels and sundry items
  • Ensure salon equipment is maintained in a clean and attractive manner
  • Provide exceptional service to guest and employees that differentiates us from the competition
  • Assess guest needs and inquire about contraindications (e.g., allergies, high blood pressure, pregnancy) before beginning service
  • Provide nail care services such as manicures and pedicures to guests, including applying artificial nails
  • Clean, maintain, and sterilize tools
  • Maintain cleanliness of workstation and/or treatment room throughout shift
Qualifications for manicurist
  • Must have balance and depth perception, because of the minimalist character of the job
  • Ability to travel within the hotel property with massage table and accessories, ability to perform massage either indoors or outdoors in various climatic conditions
  • Must be a licensed Cosmetologist
  • 2.25 per hour plus commission and tips
  • 1 year spa or medical experience preferred
  • 2.25 plus commission and tips
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Manicurist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of manicurist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for manicurist
  • Secure supplies and equipment at the end of each shift
  • Removes previously applied nail polish
  • Shapes and smoothes ends of nails
  • Cleans customers' nails in soapy water
  • Softens nail cuticles with water and oil, pushes back cuticles, and trims cuticles
  • Whitens underside of nails with white paste or pencil
  • Polishes nails or applies clear or colored liquid polish onto nails with brush
  • Performs other beauty services such as giving facials, and shampooing, tinting, and curling hair
  • Massages area with lotion
  • Applies paraffin treatment
Qualifications for manicurist
  • Open availability to include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays
  • Must have experience in special event nail design
  • Must hold a State of Wisconsin Manicurist or Cosmetology License
  • Must be familiar with all techniques of manicure and pedicure services
  • Must be familiar with customer needs assessments
  • Must meet quality standards for service and evaluation of customer satisfaction
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Manicurist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of manicurist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for manicurist
  • Polishes nails including base and top coats to preserve the manicure as long as possible
  • Applies oil to cuticles
  • Provides customer with magazines, drink to make them more comfortable
  • Ability to give a meticulous manicure, pedicure, artificial nail application and hand/foot treatments
  • Maintain an impeccable clean and sterile working environment
  • Administering nail treatments utilizing a variety of techniques to improve the appearance, hygiene and health of nails
  • Maintaining a clean work area for spa guests and other team members
  • Assure the safety and security of all guests and employees
  • Performs all practical/signature services
  • Maintains equipment in assigned work area
Qualifications for manicurist
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, and climb for more than half of the normal work day
  • Must be a licensed
  • Minimum two years of working experience as a manicurist
  • Possess, or be able to obtain, a NV Cosmetology License
  • Possess, or be able to obtain, a TAM/Alcohol Education Card
  • Possess, or be able to obtain, a NV Health Card
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Manicurist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of manicurist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for manicurist
  • Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service to exceed guest expectations
  • Follow all departmental and policies and procedures, including safety and sanitation policies
  • Provide nail care services including manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic applications with the ability to produce both a creative and technically accurate visual presentation per treatment and department protocols
  • Ensure guests are given the highest level of customer service by providing nail care services including but not limited to manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic applications
  • Adhere to the guidelines of the service protocol and completing services in the time allotted
  • Provide input into the research, development, evaluation, and implementation of new services, protocols and professional product lines
  • Coordinate and facilitate training of all new hires of all offered manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic applications services provided in salon and spa facility
  • Organize continuing education and ongoing mentorship and coaching of Manicure team to ensure established treatment and safety standards are consistently met
  • Provide professional nail services to guests including manicures, pedicures, and acrylic services
  • Consult and prescribe services as needed to assist guests in achieving their desired nail look
Qualifications for manicurist
  • Ability to lead and work effectively with other department employees, guests, and management
  • Minimum of one year working in similar facility
  • Must be able to work weekend, holidays and evenings
  • Reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to clinics and/or patient sites within a designated area
  • Minimum one (1) manicurist or nail technician
  • At least 1 year of experience as a manicurist in a spa/salon or similar position or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
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Manicurist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a manicurist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for manicurist
  • Responsible for promoting services and retail, assisting the department in making retail goals
  • Monitor inventory levels and notifies manager when ordering is necessary
  • Ensure salon equipment and station are clean, sanitized and maintained in an attractive manner
  • Follow handbook guidelines in regards to proper usage of all salon equipment
  • Ensure the highest standards of professionalism and guest satisfaction
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evening, weekends and holidays
Qualifications for manicurist
  • Nevada State Board of Cosmetology License or Manicurist License
  • The ideal candidate will be professionally experienced as both Hairstylist and Manicurist for at least one year in a formal Spa environment
  • Customer service focused and comfortable when engaging in guest interaction
  • Working knowledge of Gel Application, Acrylic Application and other various nail services
  • 1 years experience and training in similar position in the hotel/resort industry preferred
  • Active Texas Manicurist license required

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