CEROLOGIST™ — WAX SPECIALIST Part-Time to Full-Time
Full Time • Lakeland
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
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.
Compensation: $14.00 - $25.00 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.
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