Assistant Salon Manager
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 stylists succeed. The position offers tools, training, and support to help you lead with confidence, while allowing you to continue working behind the chair. Prior management experience is not always necessary; an interest in leadership and supporting others is important. The role is part of a supportive team with immediate clientele and a steady flow of customers. Great Clips University (GCU) provides management and operations training, technical coaching, and ongoing development. The salon uses tools such as Online Check-In and the Great Clips App to support its operations. Growth opportunities may include promotion to Salon Manager or other leadership positions. The posting describes a team of 12 salons and mentions a sign-on bonus, competitive pay, tips, flexible scheduling, paid dental and vision, paid vacation and holidays, and other offerings that may vary by location. All Great Clips salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees, who are responsible for hiring and personnel matters.
Requirements
- A valid cosmetology and/or barber license; requirements vary by state or province.
- Strong technical haircutting skills.
- Great customer service skills.
- A team-first mindset and desire to encourage and support others.
- Clear communication skills and a positive, motivating attitude.
- Organization and flexibility.
- Interest in growing leadership skills and taking on more responsibility.
Nice To Haves
- Prior management experience may be helpful, but is not always required.
Responsibilities
- Cut hair while supporting daily salon operations.
- Support, encourage, and motivate a team of stylists.
- Help keep the salon organized and running smoothly.
- Provide great customer service.
- Develop leadership skills and take on additional responsibility.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Competitive pay structure and reliable hourly wage plus tips
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid dental and vision
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Medical benefits may be available at certain locations
- Paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations
- Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
- Training and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
