Wax Specialist

Licensed Esthetician / Cosmetologist – Wax Specialist

Join the team that's redefining smooth! At European Wax Center | EWC Growth, our Wax Specialists deliver exceptional guest experiences through expert waxing services, genuine connection, and the confidence that comes with helping people look and feel their best.

• Perform professional body and facial waxing services using EWC's exclusive 4-Step Process
• Deliver a consistent, safe, and comfortable guest experience aligned with brand standards
• Apply sound judgment and skin analysis skills to identify sensitivities or contraindications
• Educate guests on pre- and post-wax skincare and recommend EWC retail products to support healthy, lasting results
• Build trust and rapport to promote rebooking and Wax Pass packages
• Meet or exceed individual service, retail, and rebooking goals
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organized waxing suite in accordance with EWC Growth safety and sanitation policies and state board requirements
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and coaching sessions to continue developing your craft
• Develop the skills and leadership qualities necessary to train and mentor new Wax Specialists once qualified, supporting EWC Growth's culture of education and excellence
• Flexibility to perform external events such as grass-roots marketing or internal events encompassing waxing services may be required

• Comprehensive liability insurance coverage provided
• Paid training and continuous education
• Established clientele and consistent scheduling
• Competitive hourly pay, commissions, tips, and incentives
• A supportive, upbeat team culture built on kindness, confidence, and professionalism

• Valid Esthetician or Cosmetology license in the state of Illinois (required)
• 6+ months of hands-on waxing experience preferred, but not required — paid training provided
• Confidence performing full-body waxing services for all genders and anatomies
• Sales-mind attitude with the ability to recommend skincare products and Wax Pass packages
• Eager to learn, grow, and glow — because great Wax Specialists never stop improving
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to exceptional guest care, cleanliness, and performance standards
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Maintains a professional appearance at all times in accordance with the EWC Growth Associate Handbook

• Stand and provide services for extended periods of time
• Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
• Bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed
• Work with skincare and cleaning products in a fast-paced service environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• $17.50 (increases as you grow) + Tips + Commissions + Bonuses
• Complementary Waxing Services
• 50% Off Retail Products
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for eligible employees)
• 401(k) with Company Match + Paid Time Off + Paid Parental Leave
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling and a Supportive, Team-First Culture
• Ongoing training, education, and career pathing opportunities

EWC Growth participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the E-Verify process.