Wax Specialist

European Wax Center•Akron, OH

6d•$10 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

As a Wax Specialist at European Wax Center, you deliver professional waxing services in a private suite, build relationships with returning guests, and develop a loyal book of business with support from Ballast Wax and the nationally recognized EWC brand. The employer provides structured onboarding, EWC brand certification, ongoing technical training and product education, and access to brand resources and protocols. Compensation includes a $10-per-hour base rate, performance commissions and bonuses, and tips; the posting says commissions and bonuses can add $5–$15 per hour as you build your book. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. The role requires an active Esthetician or Cosmetologist license in the state where you are applying, and availability for evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Hold an active Esthetician or Cosmetologist license in the state where applying.
Take care to build trusting relationships with guests and attend to their needs.
Be comfortable confidently recommending products and services.
Maintain sanitation standards and follow required protocols.
Be willing to participate in training and continue developing skills.
Be available to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Deliver professional waxing services in accordance with 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 suited to guests.
Work toward rebooking, product sales, and Wax Pass goals and contribute to center-wide performance targets.
Maintain a clean, sterile, organized, and guest-ready wax suite.
Follow sanitation standards, state licensing laws, and brand standards.
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 employees 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, earned directly by the specialist.
Ongoing technical training and product education.
A path to senior specialist, lead, and leadership roles.