Hair Salon Manager

Great Clips•Malvern, PA

12d

About The Position

Join a locally owned Great Clips salon as a hands-on leader. The Salon Manager coaches, develops, and motivates stylists; supports a strong team culture; manages daily salon operations; and provides haircuts and other customer services according to salon needs. The balance of administrative work and time on the salon floor varies by location. The role offers leadership and technical training, ongoing support, and the LEADS development program to help managers guide teams in delivering the brand and achieving results. The posting describes employment with SSGC organization and offers an effective wage of $25–$30 based on experience, made up of base pay, commission, bonuses, and tips, with an opportunity for an additional monthly manager bonus. The salon environment features dependable retail hours, a steady flow of customers, team-oriented support, and salon technology intended to simplify operations. Benefits and offerings described include health insurance, long-term life insurance, paid holidays, and PTO; medical benefits and paid time off may depend on location. Great Clips salons are independently owned and operated by franchisees, who 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 develop 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 daily 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.
Experience as an Assistant Manager or an experienced stylist ready to take on full leadership responsibility.

Responsibilities

Coach, develop, and motivate a team of stylists.
Manage day-to-day salon operations.
Lead the team and support a strong, team-oriented culture.
Provide haircuts and customer services, balancing floor time and administrative responsibilities according to salon needs.
Help the team deliver the Great Clips brand and achieve team performance and customer-experience goals.