Top 143 Cosmetologist Jobs in Elgin Il

Esthetician / Cosmetologist
European Wax Center —South Elgin, IL
- $10 an hour + tips
- Full-time
- Cosmetology License
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Esthetician & Cosmetologist (Statewide – Multiple Illinois Locations)
Hello Sugar LLC —Vernon Hills, IL
- $35,000 - $80,000 a year
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Hair Color Bar Assistant, Licensed Cosmetologist
Madison Reed —Deer Park, IL
- $24.50 - $25.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- Merchandising
- English
- Store discount
- AD&D insurance
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Colorist, Licensed Cosmetologist
Madison Reed —Vernon Hills, IL
- $38.50 - $40.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Cosmetology License
- Merchandising
- English
- Store discount
- AD&D insurance
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Hair Stylist/ Cosmetologist
Drybar Shops —Naperville, IL
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Cosmetologist / Hair Stylist
Drybar Shops —Wheaton, IL
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- Communication skills
- Entry level
Waxing Specialist/Cerologist®
Waxing The City of Naperville —Naperville, IL
- $20 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Cosmetology License
- Communication skills
- Marketing
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Esthetician/cosmetologist
Waxing The City of Naperville —Oakbrook Terrace, IL
- Full-time
- Cosmetology License
- Communication skills
- Marketing
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Hair Stylist
Scissors & Scotch —Wheaton, IL
- $50,000 - $86,000 a year
- Full-time
- Entry level
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Hair Stylist
Pigtails & Crewcuts - Geneva —Geneva, IL
- $24 - $34 an hour
- Part-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- Hair styling
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Barber or cosmetologist
JOE'S BARBERSHOP —Crystal Lake, IL
- $27.44 - $33.04 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Cosmetologist Head Spa-Luxury Scalp Care Specialist
Mad Head Spa —Park Ridge, IL
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Assistant Cutting Manager/Stylist
KidSnips —Naperville, IL
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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Licensed Wax Specialist - Sales & Skincare Expert (Buffalo Grove)
European Wax Center —Buffalo Grove, IL
- $10 - $13 an hour + tips
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- Marketing
- Entry level
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Licensed Barber
Hair Cuttery —Woodstock, IL
- $45 - $88 an hour
- Full-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- US work authorization
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Hairstylist/Cosmetologist- Come Join Our Amazing Team!
Riverside PLLC - doing business as Great Clips —Bolingbrook, IL
- $26 - $34 an hour
- Part-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- In-person
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Salon Manager/Stylist- Lead a Team. Grow a Business. Build a Career.
Riverside PLLC - doing business as Great Clips —Bolingbrook, IL
- $26 - $34 an hour
- Full-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Hairstylist/Cosmetologist
Comb & Care —Arlington Heights, IL
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Cosmetology License
- Skilled nursing facility
- Nursing home
- Flexible schedule
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Licensed Master Cosmetologist / Stylist
Hair Cuttery —Aurora, IL
- $45 - $88 an hour
- Full-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Licensed Master Cosmetologist / Stylist
Hair Cuttery —Glen Ellyn, IL
- $45 - $88 an hour
- Full-time
- Barbering License
- Cosmetology License
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Esthetician / Cosmetologist

European Wax Center -
South Elgin, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$10 an hour + tips
7 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation
Cosmetology License
Greeting customers
Client relationship development
Achieving repeat beauty service customers
Salon safety protocols
Relationship selling
Client retention strategy
Achieving sales targets
Clean workspace maintenance
Providing product information
Guest rapport building
Suggestive selling
Esthetician License
Salon maintenance
Consultative selling
Entry level
Cosmetology

Full Job Description

BALLAST WAX · EUROPEAN WAX CENTER

Wax Specialist

Your Craft. Your Guests. Your Business.

506 RANDALL RD, SOUTH ELGIN In-Person · Full-TimePart-Time Available · License Required

THE OPPORTUNITY

This isn't just a job. It's a clientele you build, a skill you sharpen, and a business that's yours.

As a Wax Specialist at European Wax Center, you're the expert in the room. Guests trust you with their skin, their comfort, and their confidence. You'll deliver high-quality waxing services in your own private suite, build real relationships with returning guests, and grow a loyal book of business - all within the support of a nationally recognized brand.

We're Ballast Wax, a fast-growing multi-unit EWC franchisee. We invest heavily in the development of our Wax Specialists because we know that when you grow, our centers grow. You'll have access to ongoing training, brand education, and a team that genuinely wants to see you thrive - technically, professionally, and financially.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Guest ExperienceService Delivery

Deliver professional waxing services in accordance with EWC brand protocols and licensing requirements
Greet every guest with warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm
Educate guests on post-wax care, service frequency, and what to expect
Build genuine relationships that keep guests coming back - and referring friends

SalesGuest Retention

Recommend skincare products and service packages that genuinely serve your guests
Consistently achieve rebooking, product sales, and Wax Pass goals
Leverage your product knowledge and consultative approach to drive retention
Contribute to center-wide performance targets

Hygiene, SafetyStandards

Maintain a clean, sterile, and organized wax suite at all times
Adhere to all sanitation standards and state licensing laws without exception
Uphold brand standards and model the EWC guest experience

GrowthTeam Culture

Participate in ongoing training, skill development, and center meetings
Support fellow team members and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment
Bring curiosity and commitment to your craft - we'll bring the resources

BUILD YOUR BUSINESS WITHIN OURS

We don't just hand you a room and a schedule. We invest in your growth.

At Ballast Wax, we believe a great Wax Specialist is running their own business - building a loyal guest base, refining their technique, and growing their income through skill and relationships. We provide the brand, the tools, and the training. You bring the passion and the professionalism.

Structured onboarding and EWC brand certification to set you up for success from day one
Ongoing technical training and product education - stay sharp, stay current
Access to EWC's national brand resources, protocols, and best practices
Performance-based earning structure that rewards you for building a loyal guest book
A clear path to senior specialist, lead, and leadership roles for those who want more

WHO YOU ARE

You have the license. Now let's build the business.

You hold an active Esthetician or Cosmetologist license in the state where you're applying - this is required.
You care about your guests beyond the service. You remember names, ask about their skin, and build trust one appointment at a time.
You're comfortable recommending products and services. You educate confidently and let the results speak for themselves.
You take sanitation and standards seriously. Your suite is always guest-ready and your protocols are never compromised.
You're a learner. Whether you're brand new or experienced, you show up to training ready to grow.
You're available when guests are - evenings and weekends included. Full-time and part-time schedules available.

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation

Performance commissions and bonuses - adding $5–$15/hr as you build your book
Tips on every service - earned directly by you
Base Rate: $10 / Hour
The more you grow your guest book, the more you earn - it's that direct

Benefits - Full-Time (30+ Hours/Week)

Medical and supplemental insurance

Benefits - All Team Members (Full-TimePart-Time)

401(k) with employer match - available to all team members regardless of hours
Paid time off
FREE Waxing for Wax Specialists (yes, really)
40% off EWC products
Earn STRUT Bucks through performance - redeem toward products, making them FREE

OUR HIRING PROCESS

Three steps. No runaround.

Step 1 - Video Interview: A conversation about your experience, technique, and goals.
Step 2 - Experience the Center: Come in as a guest. See your future workspace from the inside.
Step 3 - Mutual Fit Decision: If it clicks for both sides, let's build something together.

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: www.waxcenter.com/careers

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cosmetologist jobs in elgin il

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