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Uni K Wax Westport
Wax Specialist
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What they do
An Esthetician specializes in skin care and provides treatments to clients to improve the look and health of facial skin. Provides facial massages, applies special skin care products and attends to facial hair or eyebrows. Works in salons or spas or for personal clients.
$50,349 / year median in Connecticut
Job Description
Job Summary At Uni K Wax, our Wax Specialists are more than service providers—they are brand ambassadors , responsible for delivering expert waxing services with warmth, precision, and professionalism. They uphold the standards of our proprietary ElastiK Wax™ technique and contribute to a studio environment rooted in cleanliness, comfort, and customer connection . Waxers are trained through Uni K Wax University and receive certification upon demonstrating mastery in technique, etiquette, hygiene, and customer care. Responsibilities Perform full-body waxing services on all genders and age groups using the ElastiK Wax™ system, adhering strictly to Uni K Wax protocols. Ensure a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment in the wax room and throughout the studio. Deliver exceptional customer experiences through consultative communication, service personalization, and professional etiquette. Use the Prescription Pad to record client needs and recommend return visits, services, and aftercare products. Support studio goals by promoting retail products, memberships (K Club/K Pack), and service add-ons in a natural and educational way. Engage in ongoing education through training modules, live assessments, and workshops to stay current in technique and customer care. Train other wax specialists through Uni K Wax University. Depending on shift/hours, complete studio opening or closing protocols.
Availability to work flexible shifts , including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must work at least 1 closings and 1 weekend. Fluent in English; bilingual (Spanish) is a plus. Key Traits for
Team player who collaborates positively with the front desk staff. Passionate about the Uni K Wax brand mission : "To inspire everybody to feel uniquely confident by embracing natural beauty and redefining self-care." Join us as a Wax Specialist and be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering clients through beauty! This role offers an energetic atmosphere where your skills will flourish—helping clients look good and feel even better every day!
Daily Duties:
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to shift to set up and review the day's schedule. Measure out, based on the services guidelines, the wax based on the day's services. Maintain service times within established benchmarks while ensuring guest comfort and accuracy. Ensure all tools, surfaces, and linens are sanitized before and after every guest. Refill waxing supplies, clean wax pots, and dispose of waste following strict hygiene protocols .Record post-service notes and customer observations as required. Use and explain Uni K Wax's retail products during service; submit recommendations to the front desk team for each guest. Participate in studio meetings, KPI reviews , and brand growth activities. Follow all appearance, dress code , and studio professionalism standards (e.g., clean uniform, no fragrance, minimal jewelry).Training & Certification:
Completion of Uni K Wax's certification program , including 14 hours of classroom and 28 hours of hands-on training. Ongoing training includes customer positioning, skin assessments, hygiene protocols, product knowledge, and marketing best practices. Continuous evaluation through video demonstrations , written assessments , and customer feedback .Required Qualifications:
Valid CT state esthetician license. Completion of Uni K Wax University training and certification.Availability to work flexible shifts , including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must work at least 1 closings and 1 weekend. Fluent in English; bilingual (Spanish) is a plus. Key Traits for
Success:
Customer-focused with a warm, professional demeanor. Strong knowledge of skin anatomy, hair growth , and proper waxing contraindications. Exceptional hygiene habits and attention to studio cleanliness. Ability to educate clients confidently and support rebooking goals.Team player who collaborates positively with the front desk staff. Passionate about the Uni K Wax brand mission : "To inspire everybody to feel uniquely confident by embracing natural beauty and redefining self-care." Join us as a Wax Specialist and be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering clients through beauty! This role offers an energetic atmosphere where your skills will flourish—helping clients look good and feel even better every day!