Assistant Center Manager

European Wax Center; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO Bank (vacation, personal, and sick

Pet insurance

Employee discounts (free waxing + 40%‑

Disability coverage

EAP

Wellness Program participation

Job summary

European Wax Center - Boulder is hiring an Assistant Center Manager to support daily operations, drive guest satisfaction, and lead the team in the Center Manager's absence. This in-center leadership role emphasizes coaching, KPI-driven decisions, and growth through sales performance.

The role requires 1–2 years in retail/beauty, strong communication, and a flexible schedule. Candidate must be ready to engage with community outreach and maintain a high standard of cleanliness and service.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in retail and/or beauty recommended.
• Prior leadership experience with coaching and development skills.
• Working knowledge of KPIs and how to leverage them to improve results.
• Flexible availability to support business needs.
• Prior keyholder experience is a plus.
• Positive, friendly, upbeat personality.
• Thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to resolve guest concerns promptly with sound judgment and empathy.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Open to transferring to neighboring locations and growing with the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead the center in the Center Manager's absence, including PTO and meetings.
• Understand center KPIs and use performance insights to drive results.
• Meet and exceed Wax Pass and retail sales goals.
• Coach Associates on selling behaviors and provide ongoing feedback.
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience from check-in to check-out.
• Follow up with guests and respond to returns daily.
• Assist the Center Manager with daily operations, scheduling, and team support.
• Assist with onboarding and training; ensure cleanliness and high standards.
• Motivate the team to improve performance and profitability.
• Support growth through grassroots marketing and community outreach.

Skills

Leadership experience

Coaching & development

KPIs knowledge

Flexible availability

Guest concerns resolution

Strong communication

Team player

Willing to transfer

Retail/beauty experience (preferred)

Job description

NOW HIRING: ASSISTANT CENTER MANAGER

EUROPEAN WAX CENTER - Boulder

European Wax Center is the nation's leading provider of out-of-home waxing services, with over 1,000 locations across the U.S. We train experts who take pride in delivering a high standard of care-so every visit is consistent, and every guest leaves feeling confident.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off Bank (vacation, personal, and sick time)
• Pet insurance
• Employee discounts (free waxing services + 40% off retail products)
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program participation

What You'll Do

As the Assistant Center Manager, you'll support the Center Manager with overseeing daily center operations while motivating the team to meet performance goals and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This is a full-time, in-center leadership position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the center's business and team in the Center Manager's absence, including during PTO, meetings, and other scheduled time away
• Understand center KPIs and use performance insights to identify opportunities, guide priorities, and drive results
• Meet and exceed Wax Pass and retail sales goals
• Coach Associates on effective selling behaviors and provide ongoing performance feedback and development
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience from check-in to check-out
• Lead guest experience follow-up, including reviewing and responding to guest returns daily as needed
• Partner with the Center Manager to resolve guest concerns in a timely manner
• Assist in daily operations, scheduling, and team support
• Assist with onboarding and training
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness
• Motivate and coach team members to achieve success through performance, increased sales opportunities, and profitability
• Build lasting relationships with guests and team members
• Support center and market growth through grassroots marketing efforts, including distributing referral cards outside the center, completing contact follow-up, and helping Wax Specialists do the same
• Partner with the Center Manager to build networking relationships within the local community and create a strong pipeline of center talent
• Participate in local events to increase awareness and drive additional guest traffic
• Support center growth through sales and service excellence
• Take ownership and accountability for creating a positive work environment
• Celebrate positive Associate performance and partner with the Center Manager to identify performance opportunities for ongoing feedback and development
• Support the Center Manager in recruiting and training quality candidates who reflect the EWC brand and will deliver the desired results

Qualifications

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

• 1-2 years of experience (retail and/or beauty preferred, but not required)
• Prior leadership experience with strong Associate coaching and development skills
• Working knowledge of key performance indicators (KPIs) and how to leverage them to improve business results
• Flexible availability is required to support business needs
• Prior keyholder experience is a plus
• Positive, friendly, and upbeat personality
• Ability to thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment
• Ability to address and resolve guest concerns promptly using sound judgment, empathy, and a solutions-oriented approach
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Must be open to supporting and/or transferring to neighboring locations and pursuing opportunities to grow with the company as we continue to expand

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift/move up to 25 lbs., and reach items stored at various heights
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Scheduling Requirements

This is a full-time leadership role. Flexible availability is required to support business needs, including a mix of opening, closing, and weekend shifts. Assistant Center Managers are typically expected to work two Saturdays per month. Hours and schedules may vary based on business needs.

Center Address

2100 28th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA

Equal Opportunity Employer

European Wax Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of EWC and operating subsidiaries are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.