Retail Associate

BALLAST WAX · EUROPEAN WAX CENTERRetail AssociateBe the face. Set the tone. Make it memorable. In-Person · Full-Time & Part-Time Available Now Hiring - Multiple Locations!We're currently hiring for this position at two of our nearby locations. Apply once and let us know your preferred location(s) - we'll match you with the site that works best for you.North Reno: [5110 Mae Anne Ave Suite 502, Reno, NV 89523Reno - Smithridge: 5039 S. McCarran Boulevard Suite 110, Reno, NV 89502 THE OPPORTUNITY You're not just answering phones. You're setting the tone for every guest who walks through our doors. As a Guest Service Associate at European Wax Center, you are the face of the brand. You're the first impression, the warm welcome, and the reason guests come back. You'll educate guests on our services and products, keep the front desk running smoothly, and help build a center culture that people genuinely love being part of. We're Ballast Wax, a fast-growing multi-unit EWC franchisee. Whether you're building a career in beauty and wellness or looking for a role where your energy and personality are actually valued - this is a place where showing up with a great attitude and a guest-first mindset gets noticed and rewarded. WHAT YOU'LL DO Guest ExperienceWarmly greet every guest with professionalism and genuine enthusiasmEducate guests on services, policies, and what to expect during their visitAnswer phones, manage the reservation book, and handle guest inquiriesCreate an environment guests want to return to - and tell their friends about Sales & Goal AchievementEducate every guest on EWC Wax Pass savings, products, and promotionsConfidently communicate the benefits of waxing frequency and skincare productsConsistently meet or exceed individual sales and rebooking goalsActively contribute to center-wide performance targets Team Collaboration & OperationsSupport opening and closing procedures and daily administrative tasksAccurately process transactions and manage guest profiles through POSMaintain a clean, organized, and welcoming lobby and front desk areaParticipate in ongoing training and team meetings WHO YOU ARE Guests remember how you made them feel. You make it count.You light up a room. Your energy is warm, genuine, and professional - and guests feel it the moment they walk in.You're comfortable selling without being pushy. You educate, you recommend, and you let the value speak for itself.You go above and beyond. You have a real example of a time you made a guest feel genuinely taken care of - not just served.You can handle a busy front desk. Phones ringing, guests checking in, a question mid-transaction - you stay calm and get it done.You're a team player. You show up, pitch in, and make the people around you better.You're available when guests are - evenings and weekends included. Part-time and full-time schedules available. WHAT WE OFFER CompensationCompetitive hourly base rate starting at $13Performance commissions and bonuses - adding $3–$7 to your effective hourly rateGoals are realistic and attainable - our team hits them Benefits - Full-Time (30+ Hours/Week)Medical and supplemental insurance Benefits - All Team Members (Full-Time & Part-Time)401(k) with employer match - available to all team members regardless of hoursPaid time off (amount varies by role and tenure)50% off EWC waxing services - because you should experience what you're selling40% off EWC skincare productsEarn STRUT Bucks through performance - redeem toward services and products, potentially making them FREE Growth & DevelopmentOngoing training and skill developmentReal path to growth - many of our ACMs and CMs started at the front desk OUR HIRING PROCESS Three steps. No runaround.Step 1 - Video Interview: A quick conversation about your experience, availability, and why EWC.Step 2 - Experience the Center: Come in as a guest. See what we're about from the inside.Step 3 - Mutual Fit Decision: If it clicks for both sides, let's get started. OUR VALUES CONFIDENCE: We model it. | EMPOWERMENT: We create it. | BALANCE: We protect it. ABOUT BALLAST WAX We're a multi-unit EWC franchisee with 32 centers and growing. Our mission is to transform centers into hubs of empowerment - for our team and our guests. We bring the strength of a national brand with the care and commitment of a local business. This role is offered by Ballast Wax Services, LLC, an independent franchisee of European Wax Center. Ballast Wax is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more: