Luxury Esthetician Job Description

About Us:

In 2004, Kate Somerville opened her skin health clinic in the heart of Los Angeles, and it has since earned the trust of some of the world's most photographed faces. The clinical-grade Kate Somerville Skincare range was born here, created first for Kate's celebrity clientele and now sold through some of the world's most prestigious retailers.

Our Melrose Place clinic pairs signature facials with advanced medical aesthetics, delivered by a close-knit team of estheticians and nurse practitioners. We believe the right care can visibly change your skin, and that this can change your life.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking an elite, luxury-level Esthetician with an established book of business to join our Melrose Place team. You bring loyal clients, exceptional technique, and a hospitality mindset that matches the expectations of a high-net-worth clientele.

This high-touch role is for a provider who treats every visit as a relationship. You will deliver customized, results-driven facials, build long-term treatment plans, and partner with our nurse practitioners to guide clients through their full skin journey.

Schedule

• Part-time: 3 days per week to start

• Saturdays are required. Saturday availability is a condition of this role

• Growth to full-time: additional days offered as your book and clinic demand grow

• Availability for peak periods, including holidays and promotional events.

Requirements:

• Deliver signature and customized Kate Somerville facials with precision, consistency, and a luxury standard of care

• Bring, retain, and grow your existing clientele; rebook clients on personalized treatment plans

• Conduct thorough skin consultations and recommend home-care regimens from the Kate Somerville range

• Cross-refer between facial and medical services, partnering with our nurse practitioners for continued care

• Keep your treatment room pristine and help housekeeping with room turnover between clients

• Represent the brand at every touchpoint, including events, launches, and VIP experiences

Qualifications

Required

• Active California Esthetician license in good standing

• An established, portable book of business with a loyal, recurring clientele

• 5+ years of experience in a luxury spa, medspa, dermatology, or high-end clinic setting

• Saturday availability every week

• Mastery of advanced facial techniques, extractions, and skin analysis across skin types and concerns

• Polished, discreet, hospitality-first presence with high-profile and high-net-worth clients

• Comfort with retail recommendations and rebooking as part of every visit

Preferred

• Experience with advanced modalities

• Familiarity with digital charting and booking platforms

• An engaged social media presence or referral network that drives bookings is a large plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is hourly + tiered bonus + gratuity, rewarding the providers who build and retain their clientele.

• Hourly rate: $23 to $40 per hour, based on experience and book of business

• Tiered bonus: [service and retail revenue thresholds per month]

• Gratuity: 100% of client gratuities

• Paid sick leave: accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours/year), usable after 90 days

• 401(k) + Company Match eligibility

• Medical coverage full health benefits at 32+ hours per week

• Product discount: 70% off Kate Somerville products on katesomerville.com, one complementary service each month, + employee discounts on services