Area Manager

Great Clips • Austin, TX

13d

About The Position

Join a locally owned Great Clips salon organization in a leadership role combining hands-on salon management with oversight of multiple salons. The Area Manager directly manages one salon and supports and coaches Salon Managers at additional nearby locations, typically overseeing 2–3 salons. The role involves developing managers and stylists, maintaining brand standards, and driving consistent performance across teams. The Area Manager splits time between working behind the chair and supporting each location, and is likely to cut hair regularly. The position offers earnings of up to $85K annually, plus PTO, paid training, and medical, dental, and vision coverage; availability of employee benefits may vary by location. Great Clips salons are independently owned and operated by franchisees, who are responsible for hiring and personnel matters.

Requirements

• Previous salon management experience or multi-unit retail management experience.
• A valid cosmetology and/or barber license; requirements vary by state or province.
• Ability to manage a salon’s daily operations while motivating and supporting other Salon Managers.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience identifying performance gaps and implementing improvement plans.
• Flexibility to work across multiple salon locations within the surrounding area.
• Commitment to collaboration and accountability, with a proactive approach to solving challenges.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage the daily operations of one salon while overseeing and supporting additional salon locations.
• Support and coach Salon Managers across a small group of nearby salons.
• Lead, encourage, and develop stylists and managers.
• Recruit and coach new hires.
• Maintain brand standards and strengthen salon culture and operations.
• Monitor team and salon performance, identify gaps, and guide improvement.
• Elevate the guest experience and promote consistent performance across locations.
• Work across multiple salon locations to support leaders and teams.
• Split time between working behind the chair and supporting each location; cutting hair regularly is likely.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation; earnings up to $85K annually.
• Paid time off (PTO), potentially available depending on location.
• Paid training.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, potentially available depending on location.
• Potential recognition for strong performance and team success.
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products.
• Ongoing leadership development and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed