We are seeking an energetic, charismatic, and performance-driven Sauna Meister to lead immersive sauna experiences in our new event sauna space. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in front of a crowd, can command a room with confidence, and creates memorable wellness experiences that foster connection and community.
The Sauna Meister is responsible for delivering exceptional sauna events through performance, preparation, and hospitality—from setting the stage before each session to engaging guests during the experience and ensuring seamless cleanup afterward.
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to help shape a unique wellness destination, create unforgettable experiences, and build a strong community through performance, presence, and passion.
Rate of Pay: $75 per hour
Scheduling:
Monday-Friday: 7:00-10:00am
Monday-Friday: 5:00-8:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-12:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am-1:00pm
Three shows/events per shifts
Essential Functions
Event Leadership & Performance
- Lead dynamic sauna events and wellness experiences with confidence, energy, and professionalism
- Serve as the “host” of the sauna space, creating a welcoming, engaging, and community-focused atmosphere
- Command the room through voice, presence, timing, and performance
- Guide members through sauna and plunge protocols, wellness benefits, and event flow
- Adapt energy and programming to different audiences and event types
Set-Up & Preparation
- Prepare sauna space prior to events, ensuring cleanliness, ambiance, safety, and readiness
- Create and prepare ice balls, aromatherapy elements, towels, and event-specific materials as needed
- Coordinate music, lighting, scents, and environmental details to elevate the guest experience
- Ensure all supplies are stocked and organized
Post-Event Responsibilities
- Clean and reset sauna/event space after each session
- Break down materials and ensure all equipment is properly stored
- Maintain cleanliness and operational excellence in accordance with club standards
Other Job Functions
- Attendance at all mandatory club and department meetings
- Enforce all policies and procedures
- All other duties as assigned by management
Requirements
Qualifications and Standards:
- Current CPR/AED and nationally recognized fitness certification
- Natural performer with strong stage presence and public speaking ability
- Comfortable leading groups and engaging diverse populations
- Passion for wellness, hospitality and community building
- Ability to create high-energy, memorable experiences
- Reliable, punctual and proactive
- Experience in sauna events, group fitness, hospitality, theater or wellness preferred (but not required)
- Excellent physical condition, capable of performing rigorous, choreographed towel fanning while withstanding extreme heat (180-190 degrees) for extended periods (up to 3 hours)
- Ability to lift and carry event supplies such as buckets of ice balls, towels and equipment as needed (up to 30 lbs)
- You will be provided with an appropriate uniform to wear while working in that space
- Comfortable speaking in front of groups of up to 50 people
- Self-care accountability, including maintaining proper hydration, rest, and temperature regulation before and after sessions
Benefits
Time Off & Retirement
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%
- Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
- Holiday Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
Health & Wellness:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
- HSA and FSA enrollment options
- Short- & Long-Term Disability options
- Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
- Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Pet Insurance through MetLife
Employee Perks:
- Free workout privileges
- Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
- Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
- Access to Tickets at Work discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.
Skills Required
- Current CPR/AED and nationally recognized fitness certification
- Natural performer with strong stage presence and public speaking ability
- Comfortable leading groups and engaging diverse populations
- Passion for wellness, hospitality and community building
- Ability to create high-energy, memorable experiences
- Reliable, punctual and proactive
- Experience in sauna events, group fitness, hospitality, theater or wellness
- Excellent physical condition; able to withstand extreme heat (180-190°F) for extended periods (up to 3 hours) while performing choreographed towel fanning
- Ability to lift and carry event supplies up to 30 lbs
- Comfortable speaking in front of groups of up to 50 people
- Self-care accountability (maintaining hydration, rest, and temperature regulation)
What We Do
A veritable Chicago institution, East Bank Club is recognized as the country's most gracious and dynamic fitness, sports and dining facility. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, the Club opened its doors in 1980 and employs more than 400 employees. East Bank Club has set the standard for first-class hospitality and excellence in the fitness industry, a standard exemplified by each employee. The bonds employees create with fellow staff, members and the Club itself keep members and employees returning day after day. Career options at the Club include positions in customer service, fitness, spa and salon, and food and beverage, among many other opportunities. Each and every employee is a valued and vital member of the East Bank Club team. East Bank Club employees find pride in the Club's status as an industry leader. The Club is considered the gold standard in the industry, with state-of-the-art equipment, extensive programming, a wide array of amenities, and excellent and highly qualified staff. Employees are encouraged to utilize the Club’s workout facilities to fully embrace the Club’s ethos to live well. In addition, the Club offers highly competitive wages and benefits. East Bank Club employees are committed to helping our members live well. More than half of the Club’s employees have been committed to this goal for five years or more. That is what happens when you work for an industry leader. That is what happens when your employer sets the standard. That is what happens when you focus on health that goes beyond fitness. It takes a simple commitment. Are you ready?
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