Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips • Waterford, CT

10d

About The Position

Join a locally owned Great Clips salon team as an Assistant Salon Manager. This leadership role combines cutting hair with supporting daily salon operations and helping a team of stylists succeed. The role includes helping manage schedules, encouraging and motivating stylists, and keeping the salon running smoothly while providing haircuts and customer service. Prior management experience is not always required; the position may suit a stylist who is interested in developing leadership skills and taking on more responsibility. Training in management and operations is provided through Great Clips University (GCU), along with ongoing support and instruction from salon management. The job is with a third-party franchisee, which is responsible for hiring and personnel matters.

Requirements

• Valid cosmetology and/or barber license; requirements vary by state or province.
• Strong technical haircutting skills and great customer service.
• Team-first mindset and desire to encourage and support others.
• Clear communication skills and a positive, motivating attitude.
• Organization, flexibility, and desire to help keep the salon running smoothly.
• Interest in growing leadership skills and taking on more responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Prior management experience is helpful but not always required.

Responsibilities

• Help manage schedules and support daily salon operations.
• Encourage, motivate, and support a team of stylists.
• Cut hair while helping the team and salon succeed.
• Help keep the salon organized and running smoothly.
• Provide great customer service.

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, booth rent, hidden fees, or appointments required.
• Potential for promotion to management, career growth, and recognition for great performance.
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products.
• Training and development to help grow into management.
• Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU).
• Medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations.

What This Job Offers

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