Hair Salon Manager
About The Position
The Hair Salon Manager leads a salon team, manages day-to-day operations, and provides haircuts and other customer services according to salon needs. The role combines hands-on salon work with leadership responsibilities, including coaching, developing, and motivating stylists and supporting a strong team culture. The balance between administrative work and time on the salon floor varies by location. The manager works in a busy, high-volume salon environment with established systems, operational support, salon technology, and a steady flow of customers. Leadership and technical training and ongoing support are provided, including the LEADS development program for salon managers. The position is with a locally owned and operated Great Clips franchise; franchisees are responsible for hiring and personnel matters.
Requirements
- Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License; requirements vary by state or province.
- Strong technical haircutting skills and the ability to help others build their skills and confidence.
- Proven 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, though not always required.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, develop, and motivate a team of stylists.
- Manage day-to-day salon operations and help the salon run effectively.
- Provide haircuts and customer services, balancing management and floor responsibilities according to salon needs.
- Support team performance, customer experience, and delivery of the Great Clips brand.
- Use salon technology, scheduling systems, metrics, and reports to support salon operations.
Benefits
- Reliable hourly wage plus tips.
- Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours.
- Job stability and a steady flow of customers.
- Potential recognition for strong performance and team success.
- Discounts on professional salon tools and products.
- Leadership and technical training, plus ongoing support.
- Medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations.
- Career growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
