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Trophy Wife is teaming up with beauty retailer Mecca to launch our second salon in May 2025 and we’re looking for top-tier nail technicians and artists to join us.

This isn’t just any salon. It’s inside Mecca’s massive 4,000sqm Bourke St Flagship, a game-changing beauty destination set to become a city landmark. With 200+ powerhouse brands, countless new experiences, and world-class beauty services, this space will be the ultimate playground for beauty lovers.

Want in? We’d love to hear from you!

We are a close knit supportive team who are looking for casuals or part time staff to join us with the opportunity of a full time role.

Our ideal candidate is

• Confident in the application of gel polish, normal nail polish, builder gel and a bonus if you can do Apres Gel-X extensions.
• Preferred e-file experience.
• Proficient manicure skills including careful, precise cuticle work with an eye for detail and care.
• Knowledgeable and dedicated to thorough hygiene practices.
• Able to communicate with clients about nail health in a positive and productive manner.
• Confident in the application of hand painted nail art.
• Able to deliver exceptional customer service and communication skills. This is very important to us.
• Someone with a positive disposition.
• Strong work ethic and team ethos are vital.
• Preferably 6 months of professional experience.

• Be the go-to expert in all things nails. Providing exceptional gel and normal nail polish manicures, whilst educating the client on recommended aftercare practices.
• You will guide clients to create on trend nail art designs and curate custom art to fit their brief.
• You are comfortable providing back to back services whilst providing exceptional customer service and hygiene practices.
• This opportunity also offers the chance to work at pop-up nail events, editorial and commercial photoshoots.

Job Types: Casual with the option of part time or full time. We are looking for two days availability at a minimum.

Location: Melbourne CBD and offsite events work.

Schedule:

Opening Monday – Sunday
Opening hours: 9am-9pm

If this sounds like you, please forward your resume, some photo examples of your work and/or instagram handle to Chelsea on [email protected]. Do not use the ‘apply form’ below.

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