Licensed Esthetician / Wax Specialist
About The Position
As a Wax Specialist at European Wax Center, you deliver professional waxing services in a private suite while building relationships with returning guests and developing a loyal clientele. You work within EWC brand protocols and licensing requirements, supported by Ballast Wax through structured onboarding, brand certification, ongoing technical training, product education, and national brand resources. The role combines guest care, service delivery, skincare and package recommendations, rebooking, product sales, and maintaining rigorous sanitation and brand standards. A performance-based earning structure rewards growth in your guest book, with opportunities to advance to senior specialist, lead, and leadership roles. The position is in person at the Napa center, with full-time and part-time schedules available. Evening and weekend availability is expected. The base rate is $16.90 per hour, with performance commissions and bonuses described as adding $5–$15 per hour as you build your book, plus tips on every service. Full-time team members working 30 or more hours per week are offered medical and supplemental insurance. All team members receive access to a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, free waxing for Wax Specialists, 40% off EWC products, and performance-based STRUT Bucks redeemable toward products.
Requirements
- Hold an active Esthetician or Cosmetologist license in the state where applying.
- Be comfortable recommending products and services and confidently educating guests.
- Take sanitation, licensing requirements, and service standards seriously.
- Be willing to participate in training and continue developing skills.
- Be available for evening and weekend shifts.
Responsibilities
- Deliver professional waxing services according to EWC brand protocols and licensing requirements.
- Greet guests warmly, professionally, and enthusiastically.
- Educate guests on post-wax care, service frequency, and what to expect.
- Build relationships with guests to encourage repeat visits and referrals.
- Recommend skincare products and service packages that serve guests’ needs.
- Work toward rebooking, product sales, Wax Pass, and center-wide performance goals.
- Maintain a clean, sterile, and organized wax suite.
- Follow sanitation standards and state licensing laws.
- Uphold brand standards and model the EWC guest experience.
- Participate in ongoing training, skill development, and center meetings.
- Support fellow team members and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment.
Benefits
- Medical and supplemental insurance for full-time team members working 30 or more hours per week.
- 401(k) with employer match, available to all team members regardless of hours.
- Paid time off.
- Free waxing for Wax Specialists.
- 40% discount on EWC products.
- Performance-based STRUT Bucks redeemable toward products.
- Performance commissions and bonuses.
- Tips on every service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
