Assistant Manager (Licensed Esthetician or Cosmetologist)

San Jose, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 40

Posted on: 30-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:

Awesome break room
First Uniform Set on Us
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development

At Waxing the City our licensed service providers are not only waxing experts theyre 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

At Waxing the City we are passionate about helping clients look and feel their best and that starts with a team who loves what they do. Our Assistant Managers are key leaders who support studio operations empower team success and elevate the client experience every step of the way.

Were seeking a licensed esthetician or cosmetologist who thrives in a hands-on leadership role and is eager to grow their career in a supportive high-performance environment. This hybrid position blends studio coordination team development local marketing execution and client service (including at least two weekly Cerologist shifts).

As Assistant Manager youll work closely with the Studio Owner to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the client experience supporting training and performance development maintaining a clean and professional studio and representing the brand through local marketing events and partnerships. This is an ideal role for a licensed beauty professional who wants to expand their business and leadership skills while continuing to provide services in the treatment room.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Partner with the Studio Owner to lead daily studio operations and provide in-person support to the team
Perform waxing services (minimum two shifts per week) to stay connected to service quality and client needs
Mentor and support Cerologists in achieving performance goals
Uphold brand standards for client service cleanliness and professionalism
Drive local marketing efforts community partnerships and event participation
Oversee supply inventory and manage ordering as needed
Assist with onboarding and training new team members
Serve as the on-site point of contact for urgent or escalated issues in the Studio Owners absence
Lead by example in communication client care and team collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Required: Current State Licensure (Esthetician Cosmetologist)
Required: 1 years of hands-on waxing experience in a professional setting
Required: 1 years of experience in a management or supervisory role
Comfortable and open to performing male waxing services
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Passion for customer service and empowering team growth
Highly reliable and organized with strong follow-through
Comfort with basic tech platforms (POS systems scheduling tools email)
Must be able to work evenings/weekends as needed and attend community events

OUR CORE VALUES:

Emphasis on People
Outstanding Client Service
Compassion & Caring
Community Partnerships

Compensation: $20.00 - $40.00 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 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 youre 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.

Required Experience:

Manager

Benefits:Awesome break roomFirst Uniform Set on Us401(k)Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryEmployee discountsFlexible scheduleOpportunity for advancementTraining & developmentAt Waxing the City our licensed service providers are not only waxing experts theyre waxing authorities. This led us...

Benefits:

Awesome break room
First Uniform Set on Us
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Partner with the Studio Owner to lead daily studio operations and provide in-person support to the team
Perform waxing services (minimum two shifts per week) to stay connected to service quality and client needs
Mentor and support Cerologists in achieving performance goals
Uphold brand standards for client service cleanliness and professionalism
Drive local marketing efforts community partnerships and event participation
Oversee supply inventory and manage ordering as needed
Assist with onboarding and training new team members
Serve as the on-site point of contact for urgent or escalated issues in the Studio Owners absence
Lead by example in communication client care and team collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: