CEROLOGIST™ — WAX SPECIALIST Part-Time to Full-Time

CEROLOGIST

™ —

WAX SPECIALIST

Part-Time to Full-Time Waxing The City of Lakeland Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time $14•$25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Snacks provided Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Food provided Qualifications Cosmetology License Spa experience Customer relationship building Customer retention Client relationship development Achieving repeat beauty service customers Sanitation procedures Body waxing Social media content creation Direct sales Stocking Beauty & cosmetics sales Clean workspace maintenance Esthetician License Consultative selling Entry level Cosmetology Under 1 year

Full Job Description Benefits:

Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Free uniforms Training & development Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement

CEROLOGIST

™ —

WAX SPECIALIST

Waxing the City•Lakeland, FL | Part-Time to Full-Time

MUST BE CURRENTLY LICENSED

as an Esthetician or Cosmetologist in Florida

ABOUT US

Waxing the City•Lakeland is a locally owned studio within a national brand, built on quality, consistency, and care. We help people feel confident through expert services delivered in a clean, modern, and professional environment. We take our craft seriously and believe great results come from strong standards, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

WHO THRIVES HERE

If you've ever loved helping a client find exactly the right product, talked someone into a membership they ended up genuinely grateful for, or built a loyal following through real connection and consistency — you'll fit right in here.

Strong candidates often come from:

Beauty retail (advisor or keyholder roles) Medical spas — front desk, patient coordinator, or membership sales Waxing studios or day spas with a product sales or client retention focus Fitness studios or wellness brands with membership-based sales experience Any retail environment where client education and relationship-building drive results Prior waxing experience is welcome but not required. Every Cerologist™ — regardless of background — completes our full training program and learns Waxing the City's proprietary techniques and service standards. The most important thing you bring is the right mindset, client instincts, and coachability.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is equal parts service professional and client experience specialist. You'll deliver high-quality waxing services, build lasting client relationships, and contribute to a studio culture where everyone is invested in shared success. The best Cerologists here are consultative by nature — they genuinely enjoy helping clients understand their options, make confident decisions, and keep coming back.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Actively recommend memberships or service packages, and retail products through consultative, client-first conversations Build and retain a personal book of clients through strong rebooking habits and relationship-building Perform waxing services in accordance with Waxing the City training, protocols, and quality standards Conduct thorough consultations and follow up to ensure client comfort, safety, and excellent results Educate clients on services, aftercare, and enhancement options in a way that feels helpful, not salesy Maintain clean, stocked, and professional treatment rooms at all times Participate in studio marketing efforts, including creating or participating in social media content and community events Follow all sanitation, safety, and operational procedures without exception Show up prepared, on time, and ready to contribute to a team-first environment Receive feedback professionally, apply it consistently, and continue growing

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required:

Current Florida Esthetician or Cosmetologist license At least 18 years of age

Strongly Preferred:

Experience in consultative sales, beauty retail, or membership-based environments Demonstrated ability to recommend products or services in a way that builds trust rather than pressure Comfort having natural, confident conversations about memberships, packages, and enhancements Track record of building loyal client relationships and a consistent book of business

Essential Traits:

Coachability — genuine openness to learning our specific techniques, even if you have prior waxing experience Willingness to unlearn previous habits and follow our standards consistently — not just during training Ability to create a warm, welcoming experience for clients with varying personalities, including nervous or guarded first-timers Emotional intelligence and professionalism when handling difficult client interactions Team-first attitude — pitching in on cleaning, events, or studio needs without being asked Reliability and schedule stability — your teammates and clients count on you being there Comfort with social media for beauty-related content

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Complete training and consistently perform services according to Waxing the City standards Grow your book through strong rebooking rates, membership conversions, and product recommendations clients genuinely value Comfortably navigate membership and package conversations — offering the right option for each client's situation Build trust that keeps clients coming back — and referring others Bring energy and professionalism to every appointment, regardless of how your day is going Accept feedback openly and show measurable improvement over time Contribute positively to team culture and the studio's shared goals Cerologists who succeed here take ownership of their growth, their performance, and their client relationships.

COMPENSATION

$14/hour base pay Tiered service commission: 5% on first $2,000/period, 8% on $2,000•4,000, 10% above $4,000 Product commission: 5% on first $500/period, 10% above $500 Potential for membership-based sales bonuses Tips The commission structure is designed to reward growth — the more your book builds, the more you earn.

PERKS & BENEFITS

Commission structure that rewards growth — your income increases as your client base grows Free waxing services and employee discounts on retail products Hands-on onboarding and ongoing training in Waxing the City's proprietary techniques Clean, modern workspace in a high-traffic shopping center Supportive leadership invested in your long-term development and success

OUR CORE VALUES

People First — We treat clients and teammates with care and respect Excellent Service — We deliver consistent, high-quality experiences Community Connection — We stay involved and give back locally Growth Together — We learn, improve, and succeed as a team

TO APPLY

If you're a relationship-builder who loves the beauty industry, takes pride in delivering great experiences, and wants to grow with a studio that's going places — we'd love to meet you. Waxing the City•Lakeland participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered. 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.