Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips•Madison, WI

About The Position

Join a locally owned Great Clips salon as an Assistant Salon Manager. This leadership role combines cutting hair with supporting daily salon operations and helping the team succeed. It may suit a licensed stylist who is interested in growing into management or taking on more responsibility while continuing to work behind the chair. Management experience is not always required; an interest in leadership and supporting others may be as important as prior experience. Training in management and operations is provided through Great Clips University (GCU), with ongoing support and instruction from salon management. Great Clips salons offer tools, training, and support for leading with confidence, a team-oriented culture, and technology such as Online Check-In and the Great Clips App to help reduce busy work. Great Clips has over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada. All salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees, who are responsible for hiring and personnel matters at their individual salons.

Requirements

  • A valid cosmetology and/or barber license; requirements vary by state or province.
  • Strong technical haircutting skills and great customer service.
  • A team-first mindset and a desire to encourage and support others.
  • Clear communication skills and a positive, motivating attitude.
  • Organization and flexibility.
  • An interest in developing leadership skills and taking on more responsibility.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior management experience may be helpful, but is not always required.
  • An interest in growing into management or other leadership positions.

Responsibilities

  • Support and motivate a team of stylists while continuing to cut hair.
  • Support daily salon operations and help the team succeed.
  • Help keep the salon running smoothly.
  • Provide great haircuts and customer service.
  • Encourage and support other team members.

Benefits

  • Great, reliable hourly wage plus tips.
  • Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours.
  • Job stability and a steady flow of customers, with no self-marketing to find clients, booth rent, hidden fees, or appointments required.
  • Potential promotions to management, career growth, and recognition for performance.
  • Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products.
  • Training and development, including management and operations training through Great Clips University (GCU).
  • Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development.
  • Innovative salon technology, including Online Check-In and the Great Clips App.
  • A team environment where stylists help each other succeed.
  • Consistent income without upselling pressure, commission stress, or competition for walk-ins.
  • Medical benefits and paid time off may be available at certain locations.
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