Nail Technician

milk + honey spa; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Life and AD&D insurance

Product discounts

Referral bonus

Job summary

milk + honey in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Licensed Nail Technician to deliver manicures, pedicures, and gel polish in a relaxing spa setting. You’ll focus on natural nail health, follow strict sanitation, and advise guests on care routines while building lasting guest relationships.

Newly licensed professionals are welcome—we offer a training program with paid hours and gratuities during training, then a skills assessment for higher pay. Ongoing training supports your growth and career.

Qualifications

• State Cosmetology or Manicurist License/Certification.
• Experience in natural nail care or willingness to learn Manucurist and Dazzle Dry systems.
• Own professional implements; back-bar supplies provided by company.
• Welcoming attitude, dependability, and commitment to developing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide manicures and pedicures focusing on natural nail health.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards during every service.
• Recommend products to support guests' nail care routines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service mindset

Education

State Cosmetology or Manicurist License/Certification

Tools

Professional implements

Job description

Description

As a Licensed Nail Technician at milk + honey, you’ll provide personalized nail care services, including manicures, pedicures, and gel polish applications, in a relaxing spa setting. Through skilled techniques, attention to detail, and a clean, welcoming treatment space, you’ll help guests feel cared for and restored. Whether you’re newly licensed or bring experience, ongoing training, an established guest base, and benefits support your professional growth and your life beyond work.

Newly licensed? We’ll train you. Our novice program pays $15 per hour plus gratuities during training for up to 90 days, followed by a skills assessment to qualify for a higher pay rate. Professional experience is not required for the novice program.

What you’ll do

• Provide manicures and pedicures with a focus on natural nail care and nail health
• Follow sanitation and safety standards during every service
• Recommend products that support each guest’s nail care routine

What you’ll bring

• A current cosmetology or manicurist license valid in the state where you’ll work
• Experience in, or a willingness to learn, natural nail care and the Manucurist and Dazzle Dry systems
• Your own professional implements; we provide back-bar supplies
• A welcoming attitude, dependability, and a commitment to developing your skills

Pay + career growth

• $15-$34 per service hour, including average gratuity
• Keep 100% of your gratuities
• Earn 10% commission on product sales
• An opportunity to increase your pay at your annual performance review
• Ongoing paid training and education from day one
• A continuing education fund that grows as you advance in levels

Schedule

This role requires availability for morning and evening shifts, including at least one weekend day each week - Saturday or Sunday. Specific days and shift start times vary by location and available position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days for team members working 28+ hours per week
• Paid time off from day one
• 401(k) with company match after six months
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• 40% off products and 15% off services
• Referral bonus of up to $500

About milk + honey

Founded in downtown Austin in 2006, milk + honey brings together spa, salon, and wellness experiences with a focus on exceptional guest care and professional growth.

milk + honey holdings, llc is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

• State Cosmetology or Manicurist License/Certification