Salon Receptionist / Owner’s Assistant

Do you love the beauty industry and have the organizational chops to keep a salon running like clockwork? Wax A Peel is looking for a reliable full time Salon Receptionist / Owner’s Assistant to help keep our boutique esthetician salon running as smoothly as a fresh wax. Someone who can be the welcoming face of our space, balance client care, team coordination, and operational efficiency with grace and a sense of humor.

You’ll be the owner’s right hand — the eyes, ears, and heart of the salon — making sure everything runs efficiently while keeping clients and staff feeling supported, happy, and beautiful.

If you love beauty, organization, and helping people feel amazing — we want to meet you!

✨ What You’ll Do

Daily Duties

• Greet every guest with warmth and professionalism
• Manage the salon schedule and book appointments through Vagaro software.
• Answer phones, check voicemails, and emails - responding promptly and professionally
• Process payments and maintain accurate records
• Keep the front area sparkling and stocked
• Keep up with laundry, dishes, and general salon tidiness
• Manage product inventory and place orders as needed
• Report client feedback (the good and the not-so-good) so it can be addressed quickly
• Follow opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth daily operations
• Help implement new ideas to grow and promote the WAP brand
• Be the liaison between the owner, clients, and team
• Maintain a fun, professional, and drama-free vibe throughout the day

Administrative & Financial Tasks

• Assist with scheduling and staff coordination
• Run occasional errands and handle mail or deliveries
• Purchase supplies and manage vendor orders
• Track retail sales and process transactions accurately

✨ Who You Are!

• A people person who genuinely enjoys connecting with clients and staff
• Organized, proactive, calm under pressure and able to juggle multiple tasks without breaking a sweat
• Discreet and professional — you handle sensitive situations with grace
• A problem-solver who can anticipate what needs to be done before being asked
• Comfortable using booking software (experience with Vagaro is a plus!)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Preferably a licensed esthetician or esthetician in training

Bonus points if you have:

• Previous experience in a salon, spa, or similar customer service environment
• A valid esthetician or cosmetology license

✨ Required Schedule

Ability to commit to and consistently uphold the required 3-day weekly schedule and work hours is crucial — you’ll truly be the glue that helps keep our estheticians supported and our salon running smoothly!!

• Tuesdays: 9:45am-7 pm
• Wednesdays: 9:45am-7pm
• Thursdays: 9:45am-7pm
• Fridays: 9:45 am-7pm
• Possibility for additional hours during busy seasons!

✨ Why You’ll Love Working With Us!

• Competitive hourly pay DOE
• Room for growth to salon management!
• Discounts on products and services
• Supportive, fun, and team-oriented environment
• Opportunities to grow and learn in the beauty industry
• A beautiful workspace filled with good energy and great people
• A culture that values creativity, kindness, and initiative

✨ To Apply

Apply online at Waxapeel.com on the careers tab. We can’t wait to meet you! https://waxapeel.com/careers/

Pay: $19.74 - $20.42 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person