Hair Salon Manager

Great Clips•West Whiteland Township, PA

14d

About The Position

Join a locally owned Great Clips salon as a Salon Manager. This hands-on leadership role combines managing salon operations and leading, coaching, and developing a team of stylists with providing haircuts and other customer services, depending on salon needs. The balance between administrative duties and time on the salon floor varies by location. Salon Managers receive leadership and technical training, ongoing support, and access to clear systems, operational resources, and salon technology. Great Clips salons offer a team-oriented environment, a steady customer flow, and flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours. The position is with an independently owned and operated franchise; hiring and personnel matters are handled by the franchisee.

Requirements

Valid cosmetology and/or barber license; requirements vary by state or province.
Strong technical haircutting skills and ability to help others improve their skills and confidence.
Leadership ability or readiness to take on full salon responsibility.
Excellent communication skills and a desire to motivate, develop, and support a team.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage day-to-day salon operations.
Comfort with technology and salon tools, including scheduling systems, metrics, and reports.
Goal-oriented mindset focused on team performance and customer experience.
Adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience is helpful but not always required; demonstrated leadership readiness may be sufficient.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, develop, motivate, and support a team of stylists.
Manage day-to-day salon operations and help the salon run effectively.
Provide haircuts and services to customers as salon needs require.
Support team performance and deliver a positive customer experience.
Use salon technology, scheduling systems, metrics, and reports.
Help maintain a collaborative team culture and achieve salon goals.

Benefits

$20–$25 per hour based on experience, including base pay, commission, bonuses, and tips.
Health insurance.
Long-term life insurance.
Paid holidays.
Paid time off (PTO).
Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours.
Potential recognition for strong performance and team success.
Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products.
Leadership and technical training, with ongoing support.
Steady flow of customers supported by Great Clips marketing.
Salon technology, including Online Check-In and the Great Clips App.
No booth rent or hidden fees; no appointments required.