Wax Specialist/Esthetician or Cosmetologist

European Wax Center; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time and part-time opportunities

401(k) plan with employer-matching

Paid Time Off for eligible associates

Complimentary body-waxing services

Employee discounts on EWC retail

Comprehensive hands-on training

Ongoing education and professional dev

Advancement opportunities across St. L

Performance contests and team Incentiv

Positive, upbeat work environment

Job summary

European Wax Center, Inc. is seeking a Wax Specialist (Licensed Esthetician or Cosmetologist) for our St. Louis-area centers. You will perform full-body waxing, deliver personalized guest experiences, and educate guests on aftercare and product use.

The role emphasizes building lasting guest relationships and meeting service and rebooking goals. We offer hands-on training, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for advancement across multiple St. Louis-area locations.

Qualifications

• Active Missouri Esthetician or Cosmetologist license required.
• Passion for beauty, skincare, and helping guests feel their best.
• Professional personality with strong communication skills.
• Ability to connect with guests and build lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-body waxing using Exclusive Comfort Wax and Four-Step to Smooth process.
• Provide personalized guest experiences and educated aftercare.
• Conduct consultations and recommend services based on guest needs.
• Educate guests on service frequency, aftercare, and EWC products.
• Build lasting guest relationships and encourage rebooking.
• Work toward service, rebooking, and product goals for the center.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional wax suite.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and EWC standards.
• Keep accurate guest records and service notes.
• Support center operations and collaborate with the team.
• Attend training sessions and team meetings.

Skills

Esthetician license

Cosmetologist license

Guest service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wax Specialist / Licensed Esthetician or Cosmetologist

Are you a licensed Esthetician or Cosmetologist who loves connecting with people and helping them feel confident in their own skin? Are you ready to master the art of waxing, build a loyal guest book, and grow within a supportive beauty brand? If so, we’d love to meet you!

European Wax Center is the largest franchisor and operator of out-of-home waxing services in the United States. With more than 1,000 locations nationwide and over one million waxes performed each month, we set The Smooth Standard.

As the largest EWC group in the St. Louis area, we’ve proudly been part of the European Wax Center family for more than 15 years. Our centers combine experienced leadership, hands‑on training, consistent coaching, and a fun, team‑driven culture where motivated associates can build successful, long‑term careers.

Your Role as a Wax Specialist

As a Wax Specialist, you’ll provide exceptional full-body waxing services using our Exclusive Comfort Wax and signature techniques. You’ll create personalized guest experiences, educate guests on proper aftercare, and build lasting relationships that keep them feeling confident and excited to return.

What You’ll Do

• Perform full-body waxing services using EWC’s Exclusive Comfort Wax and signature Four-Step to Smooth process
• Deliver a comfortable, personalized experience for every guest
• Conduct thoughtful consultations and recommend services based on each guest’s needs
• Educate guests on service frequency, proper aftercare, and EWC products
• Build and maintain strong guest relationships through excellent service and consistent rebooking
• Work toward individual and center service, rebooking, and product goals
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional wax suite
• Follow all safety, sanitation, State Board, and EWC standards
• Keep accurate guest records and service notes
• Support center operations and work collaboratively with the entire team
• Attend required training sessions, team meetings, and continued-development opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• An active Missouri Esthetician or Cosmetologist license
• A genuine passion for beauty, skincare, and helping guests feel their best
• A warm, professional personality with strong communication skills
• The ability to connect with guests and build lasting relationships
• Excitement to learn and master EWC’s exclusive waxing techniques
• Confidence recommending services, service frequency, aftercare, and retail products
• A motivated, dependable, and goal‑oriented mindset
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a strong team environment
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Previous waxing, sales, or guest‑service experience is a plus, but not required—new graduates are encouraged to apply!
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old

Compensation

• Competitive hourly base rate
• Tips from guests
• Performance‑based bonus and incentive opportunities
• Opportunities to earn additional compensation through service and retail performance

Benefits & Perks

• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• 401(k) plan with employer‑matching contributions
• Paid Time Off for eligible associates
• Complimentary body‑waxing services
• Employee discounts on EWC retail products
• Comprehensive hands‑on training
• Ongoing education, coaching, and professional development
• Clear opportunities for advancement across multiple St. Louis‑area locations
• Performance contests, recognition, and team incentives
• An upbeat, professional, and people‑focused work environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements
• Ability to bend, reach, and move throughout the wax suite
• Ability to lift and carry products, supplies, and equipment as needed

By applying for this position, you are seeking employment opportunities with an independent franchisee of the European Wax Center franchise system. Franchisees have sole control over all employment‑related matters at their independently owned and operated centers.

European Wax Center began as a family‑owned business. Since 2004, we've provided our guests with a first‑class waxing experience centering around:

• Our proprietary Comfort Wax®
• Private waxing suites
• A crisp, clean environment
• And the most professionally trained estheticians in the industry

From day one, we've been putting our values into action to delight our guests with an exceptional waxing experience.