Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips • Gurnee, IL

40d • Onsite

About The Position

Join your locally owned Great Clips® salon team and take the next step in your career. If you’re a licensed stylist who enjoys supporting others, staying organized, and helping a team succeed, this could be the leadership opportunity you’ve been looking for. Whether you’re ready to grow into management or want more responsibility while staying behind the chair, we’re excited to meet you. Work should be fun! Join a salon where teamwork, positive energy, and great guest experiences come first. Great Clips salons give Assistant Salon Managers the opportunity to do what you love, along with the tools, training, and support to lead with confidence. This role combines cutting hair with supporting daily salon operations and helping the team succeed. The Assistant Salon Manager role is often a stepping stone toward Salon Manager or other leadership positions.

Requirements

• Current cosmetology or barbering license required
• A valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• Strong technical haircutting skills and great customer service
• A team-first mindset with a desire to encourage and support others
• Clear communication skills and a positive, motivating attitude
• Organization, flexibility, and the desire to help keep the salon running smoothly
• An interest in growing your leadership skills and taking on more responsibility

Nice To Haves

• Management experience (an interest in leadership and supporting others is just as important as prior experience)

Responsibilities

• Coach and encourage the team
• Deliver great haircuts and service
• Keep the salon running smoothly
• Support and motivate a team of stylists while continuing to cut hair

Benefits

• PTO
• holiday pay
• 401(k)
• built-in clientele
• Flexible scheduling
• Job stability
• Potential for promotions to management
• career growth
• recognition for great performance
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Training and development to help you grow into management
• Skill training
• one-on-one technical coaching
• ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU)
• Innovative salon technology — like Online Check-In and the Great Clips App
• medical benefits

What This Job Offers

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