Licensed Esthetician / Cosmetologist

Job Description

Job Description

BALLAST WAX · EUROPEAN WAX CENTERWax SpecialistYour Craft. Your Guests. Your Business. 5660 N Port Washington Rd Ste H-145, Glendale, WI 53217 · In-Person · Full-Time & Part-Time Available · License Required THE OPPORTUNITY This isn't just a job. It's a clientele you build, a skill you sharpen, and a business that's yours. As a Wax Specialist at European Wax Center, you're the expert in the room. Guests trust you with their skin, their comfort, and their confidence. You'll deliver high-quality waxing services in your own private suite, build real relationships with returning guests, and grow a loyal book of business - all within the support of a nationally recognized brand. We're Ballast Wax, a fast-growing multi-unit EWC franchisee. We invest heavily in the development of our Wax Specialists because we know that when you grow, our centers grow. You'll have access to ongoing training, brand education, and a team that genuinely wants to see you thrive - technically, professionally, and financially.WHAT WE OFFER CompensationEarn $20+/hour - base pay, performance bonuses, and commissions combinedTips on every service, paid directly to you - on top of your hourly earningsKeep growing: specialists typically reach $25–$30/hour between 6 months and a year as their guest book buildsThe more your guest book grows, the more you earn - it's that directBase rate: $10/hour, plus performance bonuses, commissions and tips of $10–$15/hr as you build your bookBenefits - Full-Time (30+ Hours/Week)Medical and supplemental insurance Benefits - All Team Members (Full-Time & Part-Time)401(k) with employer match - available to all team members regardless of hoursPaid time off FREE Waxing for Wax Specialists (yes, really)40% off EWC productsEarn STRUT Bucks through performance - redeem toward products, making them FREEWHAT YOU'LL DO Guest Experience & Service DeliveryDeliver professional waxing services in accordance with EWC brand protocols and licensing requirementsGreet every guest with warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasmEducate guests on post-wax care, service frequency, and what to expectBuild genuine relationships that keep guests coming back - and referring friends Sales & Guest RetentionRecommend skincare products and service packages that genuinely serve your guestsConsistently achieve rebooking, product sales, and Wax Pass goalsLeverage your product knowledge and consultative approach to drive retentionContribute to center-wide performance targets Hygiene, Safety & StandardsMaintain a clean, sterile, and organized wax suite at all timesAdhere to all sanitation standards and state licensing laws without exceptionUphold brand standards and model the EWC guest experience Growth & Team CultureParticipate in ongoing training, skill development, and center meetingsSupport fellow team members and contribute to a positive, inclusive environmentBring curiosity and commitment to your craft - we'll bring the resources BUILD YOUR BUSINESS WITHIN OURS We don't just hand you a room and a schedule. We invest in your growth. At Ballast Wax, we believe a great Wax Specialist is running their own business - building a loyal guest base, refining their technique, and growing their income through skill and relationships. We provide the brand, the tools, and the training. You bring the passion and the professionalism.Structured onboarding and EWC brand certification to set you up for success from day oneOngoing technical training and product education - stay sharp, stay currentAccess to EWC's national brand resources, protocols, and best practicesPerformance -based earning structure that rewards you for building a loyal guest bookA clear path to senior specialist, lead, and leadership roles for those who want more WHO YOU ARE You have the license. Now let's build the business.You hold an active Esthetician or Cosmetologist license in the state where you're applying - this is required.You care about your guests beyond the service. You remember names, ask about their skin, and build trust one appointment at a time.You're comfortable recommending products and services. You educate confidently and let the results speak for themselves.You take sanitation and standards seriously. Your suite is always guest-ready and your protocols are never compromised.You're a learner. Whether you're brand new or experienced, you show up to training ready to grow.You're available when guests are - evenings and weekends included. Full-time and part-time schedules available. OUR HIRING PROCESS Three steps. No runaround.Step 1 - Video Interview: A conversation about your experience, technique, and goals.Step 2 - Experience the Center: Come in as a guest. See your future workspace from the inside.Step 3 - Mutual Fit Decision: If it clicks for both sides, let's build something together. OUR VALUES CONFIDENCE: We model it. | EMPOWERMENT: We create it. | BALANCE: We protect it. ABOUT BALLAST WAX We're a multi-unit EWC franchisee with 32 centers and growing. Our mission is to transform centers into hubs of empowerment - for our team and our guests. We bring the strength of a national brand with the care and commitment of a local business. This role is offered by Ballast Wax Services, LLC, an independent franchisee of European Wax Center. Ballast Wax is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more: