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Waxing Specialist/Cerologist®

Waxing The City
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026 CLOSED ON 7/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waxing Specialist/Cerologist® position at Waxing The City?

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

At Waxing the City, our licensed service providers are not only waxing experts, they’re waxing authorities. This led us to create our very own title of Cerologist™ technicians, combining “cera” (Latin for wax) with “ologist” (to highlight their level of education and expertise). After a week-long, hands-on training course at our Waxing University®, our service providers become certified Cerologists.

Love What You Do

Do you love waxing? Does educating clients about the benefits of waxing and sharing the latest product trends energize you? Are you looking to sharpen your waxing skills or learn a new technique? If so, Waxing the City may be a good fit for you! At Waxing the City our clients are the focus, and our technicians are the ultimate professionals at their craft.

We are seeking part-time beauty professionals who pride themselves on building strong client relationships through excellent service and expert skills. If you’re looking to learn and grow in your career and have a passion for the industry, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Perform professional face and body waxing services in accordance with company standards, protocols, and state board regulations.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment while adhering to all sanitation and safety standards.
  • Build and maintain a loyal client base through exceptional service and relationship-building, and educate guests on pre- and post-service care to ensure optimal results.
  • Meet or exceed individual performance goals related to retail sales, memberships, rebooking, and guest retention.
  • Support daily studio operations, including opening, closing, and daily operational tasks.
  • Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
  • Contribute to a positive team culture by upholding company values, collaborating with teammates, and supporting overall studio success.

Role Scope and Complexity

The technician reports directly to studio manager/studio lead and indirectly to all members of ownership and is accountable for adhering to all service provisions and sanitation standards. You’ll provide an outstanding client experience, educate guests on our services, retail, and membership options, and help grow our community through client relationships, social media, and local engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Required: Current State Licensure in good standing (Esthetician, Cosmetologist)
  • Required: Weekend availability.
  • Previous waxing or esthetics experience is preferred but not required.
  • Comfortable and open to performing male waxing services.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Sales-minded with a passion for building guest relationships.
  • Time Management Skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

  • Stand for extended periods (often 6–8 hours per shift).
  • Bend, reach, squat, and move throughout the studio.
  • Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.
  • Maintain dexterity for precise waxing services.
  • Lift and carry supplies up to approximately 20–25 pounds.

Our Core Values

  • Emphasis on People
  • Outstanding Client Service
  • Compassion & Caring
  • Community Partnerships

Compensation: $18.45 - $22.00 per hour

WAXING THE CITY CAREERS

At Waxing the City®, we are passionate about helping our clients look and feel their best. To do that – we and our franchisees hire the best of the best to deliver exceptional client service and expert results. We were founded on the belief that beauty professionals can and should have a long-term, successful beauty services career, so finding the right talent and investing in their development is in our DNA. From proprietary, hands on training to ongoing continuing education – our talent stays up to date on the latest innovations and trends in services and products. In fact, our service providers are so skilled in the art of waxing they have a special name: Cerologist®. The word cerologist is derived from “cera” (Latin for wax) and “ologist” (to indicate their level of expertise).

We and our franchisees hire talent that shares our commitment to providing a caring, supportive culture and expertise not found anywhere else. Being a part of the Waxing the City family means you are helping to improve the self-esteem of the world.

We and our franchisees seek beauty professionals who pride themselves on building strong client relationships through excellent service and expert skills. If you’re looking to learn and grow in your career, and have a passion for the industry, we want to hear from you.

Job postings listed on this site are with independently owned and operated franchised Waxing the City studios. Any application or other information submitted through this site is transmitted directly to the identified location. Each franchised Waxing the City studio is responsible for making its own local hiring decisions, determining compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment. Waxing The City Franchisor, LLC does not direct or participate in employment conditions or decisions at franchised locations. By submitting an application or information through this site you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with a franchised studio location and not Waxing The City Franchisor, LLC.

Salary : $18 - $22

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