Tanning Consultant Jobs
Tanning Consultant jobs are open across salons, tanning studios, and spa chains, with roles from entry-level consultant to senior sales associate and studio manager, with specializations in spray tanning, UV bed consulting, and skincare product sales. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Where brighter careers take shape!
Join the Beach Bum Tanning team and help people look and feel their best.
Openings in multiple locations within Monmouth County including Manalapan, Holmdel, East Brunswick, and our new Old Bridge location!
If you enjoy connecting with others, love creating positive experiences, and thrive in a vibrant, customer focused environment, this role may be the perfect fit. We’re looking for friendly, motivated individuals to join us as Tanning Consultants. In this position, you’ll represent our brand, guide clients through their tanning options, and support them in achieving their ideal glow.
We are looking for individuals who are committed to long-term success and growth within our organization, rather than a seasonal role. If you’re energized by a fast paced setting, enjoy sales, and want to make a meaningful impact on each client’s visit, we’d love to meet you.
Both Full-time and Part-time opportunities available!
Key Responsibilities
Your daily responsibilities may include:
- Welcoming clients and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere from the moment they arrive
- Evaluating skin types and recommending the most suitable tanning equipment, products, and safety guidelines
- Explaining the tanning process clearly, answering questions, and ensuring clients feel comfortable and informed
- Keeping tanning rooms and common areas clean, organized, and fully stocked
- Recommending and selling lotions and retail products based on client needs
- Consistently meeting or surpassing sales goals while maintaining excellent customer service
- Building strong client relationships and encouraging repeat visits
- Maintaining accurate client records, including preferences and tanning history
- Opening and closing the salon according to company standards
Benefits
We value your hard work and offer a competitive package, including:
- Discounts on products and services
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
- A fun, supportive, and well run work environment
- Referral incentives
- Commission and bonus opportunities
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance (Fulltime)
- Paid Time off (Fulltime)
Qualifications
We’re looking for candidates who are:
- Positive, outgoing, and passionate about the tanning and beauty industry
- High school graduates (or equivalent)
- At least 18 years old
- Strong communicators, both verbally and in writing
- Experienced in customer service or sales (preferred)
- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Comfortable standing, bending, and being on their feet for extended periods
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year
- Customer Service: 1 year
If you’re ready to start a rewarding career with a company that values your energy and enthusiasm, apply today. Beach Bum Tanning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants must meet applicable federal and state employment requirements.
Where brighter careers take shape!
Join the Beach Bum Tanning team and help people look and feel their best.
Openings in multiple locations within Monmouth County including Manalapan, Holmdel, East Brunswick, and our new Old Bridge location!
If you enjoy connecting with others, love creating positive experiences, and thrive in a vibrant, customer focused environment, this role may be the perfect fit. We’re looking for friendly, motivated individuals to join us as Tanning Consultants. In this position, you’ll represent our brand, guide clients through their tanning options, and support them in achieving their ideal glow.
We are looking for individuals who are committed to long-term success and growth within our organization, rather than a seasonal role. If you’re energized by a fast paced setting, enjoy sales, and want to make a meaningful impact on each client’s visit, we’d love to meet you.
Both Full-time and Part-time opportunities available!
Key Responsibilities
Your daily responsibilities may include:
- Welcoming clients and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere from the moment they arrive
- Evaluating skin types and recommending the most suitable tanning equipment, products, and safety guidelines
- Explaining the tanning process clearly, answering questions, and ensuring clients feel comfortable and informed
- Keeping tanning rooms and common areas clean, organized, and fully stocked
- Recommending and selling lotions and retail products based on client needs
- Consistently meeting or surpassing sales goals while maintaining excellent customer service
- Building strong client relationships and encouraging repeat visits
- Maintaining accurate client records, including preferences and tanning history
- Opening and closing the salon according to company standards
Benefits
We value your hard work and offer a competitive package, including:
- Discounts on products and services
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
- A fun, supportive, and well run work environment
- Referral incentives
- Commission and bonus opportunities
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance (Fulltime)
- Paid Time off (Fulltime)
Qualifications
We’re looking for candidates who are:
- Positive, outgoing, and passionate about the tanning and beauty industry
- High school graduates (or equivalent)
- At least 18 years old
- Strong communicators, both verbally and in writing
- Experienced in customer service or sales (preferred)
- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Comfortable standing, bending, and being on their feet for extended periods
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year
- Customer Service: 1 year
If you’re ready to start a rewarding career with a company that values your energy and enthusiasm, apply today. Beach Bum Tanning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants must meet applicable federal and state employment requirements.
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Who's Hiring
- BEACH BUM TANNING16
- STC Consolidated Operations12
- Palm Beach Tan11
- Unlimited Tan6
- $5 Tan3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tanning consultant jobs.
- Customer service experience in a retail or beauty environment
- Knowledge of UV and sunless tanning equipment operation and safety
- Ability to recommend tanning packages and skincare products to clients
- Sunless or spray tanning certification from a recognized training provider
- Comfortable meeting retail sales targets and tracking individual performance
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and flexible scheduling as needed
Tips for Your Tanning Consultant Job Search
Highlight your product knowledge upfront
Tanning employers want to see that you know the difference between UV and sunless tanning methods, specific equipment brands, and skin tone assessment. List any product lines you've worked with, like spray solutions or bronzers, directly in your resume summary.
Get a sunless tanning certification
Many studios now require or strongly prefer candidates with a recognized sunless tanning certification. Completing one before you apply signals you can operate equipment safely and consult clients on aftercare, which separates you from uncertified applicants in the same pool.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tanning consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target listings that match your booth type
Some studios specialize exclusively in spray tanning, others run only UV beds, and many offer both. Filter your search by those service types so your application experience aligns with what the employer actually needs on the floor.
Prepare for a practical skills demonstration
Many tanning consultant interviews include a mock client consultation where you walk the manager through a skin assessment and service recommendation. Practice explaining tanning levels, session frequency, and aftercare in plain language before you walk in.
Negotiate your retail commission structure
Tanning consultant compensation often combines an hourly base with commissions on product and package sales. Before accepting an offer, ask specifically how the commission tier resets, whether it applies to memberships, and what the typical retail target looks like.
Tanning Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tanning consultants?
BEACH BUM TANNING, STC Consolidated Operations, and Palm Beach Tan are hiring the most tanning consultants right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, New Jersey, and Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Studio chains tend to post multiple openings at once, so checking back regularly can surface new locations as they open.
How many tanning consultant jobs are remote?
About 0% of tanning consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role involves in-person client consultations and equipment operation. The small remote share tends to cluster around brand education roles, online product sales support, and corporate training positions within larger tanning chains.
How do you become a tanning consultant?
Start by completing a sunless or spray tanning certification course, which covers skin assessment, solution selection, and equipment operation. From there, build hands-on experience in a salon or spa setting, even as a receptionist or assistant, to get familiar with client flow. Develop your retail skills alongside your tanning knowledge, since most consultant roles include product and membership sales.
Can you get hired as a tanning consultant with no experience?
Yes, many entry-level tanning consultant roles are open to candidates without direct tanning experience, especially if you have a background in retail, beauty, or customer service. Completing a sunless tanning certification before you apply goes a long way, as it shows you've taken initiative. Studios that run training programs often hire motivated candidates and train them on their specific equipment and product lines.
What does the tanning consultant interview process look like?
Most tanning consultant interviews start with a brief phone or in-person screening focused on your availability and customer service background. A second stage typically involves a mock client consultation where the manager assesses how you explain service options, read skin tones, and handle objections. Some studios also include a short product knowledge quiz or ask you to walk through how you would upsell a membership or skincare add-on.
Where can I find and apply to tanning consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to tanning consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your experience, preferred location, and the type of studio you want to work in, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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