senior hair stylist

Donato Salon + Spa

They really incorporate you in to their company and allow you some free range when it comes to therapy. They supply everything for you, they do all the advertising,

During the slow periods, immediately after Christmas, it is slow, especially in the morning. The RMT's who work there are lovely and the rest of the spa staff are incredibly entertaining.

The hardest part of the job would be the walk ins. As a massage therapist, you need to have an accurate health history form and sometimes there is not enough time to pull those when a walk in books. Also taking time off is quite difficult. They have black out periods in which we cannot take anytime off (usually falling on major holidays) and to get the time off requires someone to cover the shift (can be difficult depending on the day).

Most enjoyable - the structured and flexible hours, the spa staff, the guests, they do all advertising, relatively busy location in a Mall

Most days include checking the schedule in the morning and throughout the day for changes and arrivals. Pulling guest files (provided you can get into the back in a timely manner) and performing accurate and safe massage treatments when client arrives. Checking rooms, and fixing them if there is a problem (happens more often than not). Leaving early is an option provided it is with management approval and there is adequate coverage for the time slot.

In My brief time working at Donato Salon & Spa I can honestly say it was the worst job I've ever had.
Most of the other employees are pleasant and I enjoyed getting to know some of the stylists. However,
the overall management was terrible, shuffling employees around to different departments and changing, 
The position that was initially applied for. The front reception staff stands in a cliquey circle chatting while one person 
Does majority of the work. They dismiss staff members with terrible reasons, especially when in the probation period.
The list could go on

I dont think i have ever felt this way about anything. I will never speak of the name Donato Salon and Spa. The management, the culture, the everything. Unless i am on the street and need a job i would take it. The owner has no respect for his employees. Uses names, vulgar language and makes staff write 'good' reviews about the company. 
There are no objectives or goals. Its a now organization and last minute everything. Even if you try to plan and have approval, it will not matter, he will change mind. He wants the world without spending a cent.

My co-op experience at Donato Salon & Spa was an experience that I will always value greatly. Being young and being so passionate about becoming a hairdresser, some salon's are not always willing to give opportunities like I was given. I learned so many tips that I am able to grow off of and take with me into my future with hairdressing. The most enjoyable part of the job was being able to communicate with customers each and every day. I am so thankful for the opportunity I was given.

It was an enjoyable experience working here and gave me the outstanding opportunity to grow professionally as an individual. It requires multitasking abilities and good patience with customer service, which I did not find difficult to achieve.

Management pays no attention to staff
No benefits 
Over worked, under paid 
No appreciation for employees
Unpaid staff meetings 
Barely any vacation time 
Restricts you from taking unpaid vacation
Management turn around is unreal

My review of Donato Salon + Spa and Artist Choice is that it was a very challenging environment with high expectations. Learning from well respected people in the industry was an absolute plus.

Salary and benefits were to be desired however.

Donato Salon+Spa was a very positive and motivating environment to be apart of. My co-workers were extremely personable and came to work everyday with a smile on their face excited to see what each day had in store for them.

Not the best job for me , I was getting trained in the back at the call centre , taking phone calls . The management was what I didn't really like at this place and that's why my employment didn't continue very long

Poor leadership if any; In the 7 years of employment here I've seen over a dozen managers come and go- I am proud of the camaraderie between the employed staff at noted location and wish the best of luck to all,

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