Licensed Master Cosmetologist / Stylist

Hair Cuttery Family of Brands•Yorkville, IL
•$45 - $88•Onsite

About The Position

Hair Cuttery is seeking experienced, licensed Master Cosmetologists or Stylists with advanced technical skills and a loyal clientele. The role is intended for professionals skilled in areas such as precision cutting, advanced coloring, and texture services who can succeed with minimal guidance. Stylists who are still developing toward this level are encouraged to apply for the separate Stylist role. Compensation is performance-based and may include service and retail commissions and tips. The posting states that top stylists earn $45 per hour to $88+ per hour, and that $100,000+ annual earnings are within reach. Stylists may keep or exceed their current rates, receive support in retaining their guests, serve walk-in guests, and benefit from salon promotions intended to drive guest traffic. Tips are paid at the end of each day, and the salon supplies products and back-bar items at no charge. The position offers opportunities for leadership or education roles, performance recognition, advanced education, and training with the Expert Internal Training Team and industry partners such as Redken. Hair Cuttery Family of Brands operates more than 500 salons. Open licensed cosmetologist jobs are listed in DE, FL, IL, IN, MD, NJ, NC, PA, VA, and WV. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship is not available. The employee must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities. The job description may evolve to meet business needs.

Requirements

  • Valid state-specific cosmetology or barber license.
  • Authorization to work in the U.S.; sponsorship is not available.
  • Strong technical skills in precision cuts, fades, color services, and personalized consultations.
  • Experience with advanced techniques such as highlights, balayage, texture services, and finishing.
  • Professionalism, confidence, and ability to thrive with minimal guidance.

Nice To Haves

  • A loyal book of business generating $1,300 or more per week; preferred and qualifies for higher commissions.
  • Advanced technical skills and experience as a Master Stylist, Master Cosmetologist, or experienced hairdresser.

Responsibilities

  • Provide precision cuts, fades, color services, and personalized consultations.
  • Perform advanced techniques such as highlights, balayage, texture services, and finishing.
  • Build and serve a clientele, including walk-in guests, with salon support to attract and retain guests.
  • Generate earnings through service and retail commissions and tips.
  • Perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO/vacation pay
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Recognition and rewards, including performance awards and a top-performer celebration
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Free advanced education
  • Access to the Expert Internal Training Team
  • Training with industry partners such as Redken
  • Salon products and back-bar supplies provided at no charge
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