Career Opportunities

JOIN OUR TEAM

The Spa and Wellness industry is growing at an exponential rate. Similarly to food service, careers in health, wellness, fitness and self-care services are often wrought with contradicting work environments. At Island Retreat, your health is important to us, a positive, uplifting environment and a near-magical maritime forest awaits.

Jobs like this do not come around often, so please inquire and we can always hold your resume until you (or we) are ready to take the next step.

Open Positions

Nail Technician - now Hiring!
Now hiring for a seasonal part-time nail technician to join our team!

Nail Technicians must hold a current NC Manicurist or NC Cosmetology license.
Massage Therapist - now hiring!
All Massage Therapists must hold an active NC LMBT license, retain $1M private liability insurace, and must have a minimum of two years real-world experience and pass a comprehensive hands-on demonstration.
Hair Stylist - Now Hiring!
Island Retreat is looking for a highly experienced hair stylist to join our team for up to three shifts per week. Ideally, our candidate would be a self-starter, professionally trained in multiple product lines and is someone who enjoys the adventure of BHI! Please contact us if interested in discussing this opportunity!
Stretch Practitioner - NEW!
New for 2025! We are looking for talented, caring professionals who hold a license in physcial therapy, massage therapy or personal training who can facilitate guided stretching sessions. Candidates may already hold a certificate in Stretch Therapy, or must be willing to be trained.
Esthetician/Waxing Specialist - Now Hiring!
Now hiring a licensed esthetician who specializes in waxing, brow laminations, and-or lash extensions. Must be willing to offer facials in addition to waxing/lash services. Opening is for 1-2 shifts per week only.
Spa Coordinator - Now Hiring!
Island Retreat is looking for friendly faces to help lead our appointment booking and facilities upkeep services. This role requires standing for 8hr shifts, and includes fun perks like service discounts, retail commissions and more!
Chiropractor - NEW!
Part-time position for an experienced chiropractor who would enjoy a break from their own practice or office environment to come and build relationships with the people of BHI. This will be our first summer offering Chiropractic wellness, but we are excited about a new partnership with a large island entity. Please email your resume and detailed experience with references, insurance information, etc. Thank you!
Physical Therapist - NEW!
Part-time position for an experienced PT who would enjoy a break from their own practice and who would like to build relationships with the residents of BHI. This will be our first summer offering Physical Therapy, but we are excited about a new partnership with a large island entity. Please email your resume and detailed experience with references, insurance information, etc. Thank you!

THE ISLAND

Located in Southeastern NC, Bald Head Island is the northernmost subtropical island along the East Coast - with several species of palm trees, old-growth live oaks, alligators and loggerhead sea turtle nesting areas.

The year-round population hovers between 300-500 annual residents, with several thousand part-time residents (up to 6mo. out of the year) and of course, the transient homeowners, renters, and day trippers.

COMMUTE

Most employees and staff live off-island in other small cities in Brunswick County, NC including Southport, Leland, Oak Island, Belville, Boiling Spring Lakes and Shallotte/Supply.

Many also live in Wilmington, NC including our owners.

The commute via Passenger Ferry is half the fun!

Travel to Southport, NC for most staff ranges from 5-50min and a 20min ferry ride rounds out most commutes from 30min-1.5hrs.

Is the commute worth it? We sure think so, but you will only know if you come visit and experience the island firsthand.

TEAMWORK ENVIRONMENT

Our employees and independent staff work in sync as a team. Though there are multiple types of employment at Island Retreat, we expect our staff to treat one another with respect, dignity and professionalism at all times - all while maintaining an all-for-one and one-for-all mindset.

SALARY, PAY &

OUR LIVING-WAGE PROMISE

In both the hospitality and salon industries, tip-based pay is commonplace. Our payment structure for all Spa Team members includes more than a measly minimum wage that expects tips to fill the compensation gap. All staff are paid more than the federal minimum wage, plus tips, plus opportunities for additional income through retail sales, event bonus pay and more.

We believe that earning a Living Wage is a Human Right (not a privilege) and our Promise is to offer compensation plans that allow our full-time and even part-time staff enough income to live more comfortably.