Licensed Salon Manager

Hair Cuttery Family of Brands•Sugar Grove, IL

27d

About The Position

Hair Cuttery is seeking a Salon Manager to lead salon growth, profitability, team development, and the guest experience. The manager is expected to recruit stylists, build relationships with local beauty schools, lead by example while performing salon services, and coach Salon Professionals in their career development. The role uses business data and digital tools, including the Stylist App and Zenoti, to support sales goals, scheduling, and the salon’s reputation. The manager also maintains a safe, clean, and inspiring salon in compliance with State Board and OSHA standards. The position involves working 40 hours per week, typically five eight-hour days. Managers perform services behind the chair and need the stamina and dexterity for standing, walking, and repetitive salon motions throughout a shift. The work environment includes exposure to hair chemicals, scents, and fumes. Compensation is performance-based and may include service and retail commissions and tips; all compensation meets applicable wage laws.

Requirements

Hold a cosmetology license in the state where applying.
Be eligible to work in the United States.
Demonstrate leadership, team-motivation, and communication skills, including the ability to handle difficult conversations.
Be comfortable with business numbers, including payroll percentages and performance scorecards.
Be able to perform salon services and model established hair guides.
Have basic math skills for cash and inventory.
Have the physical stamina and dexterity to stand, walk, and perform repetitive salon motions throughout the shift.
Be able to work in a salon environment with exposure to hair chemicals, scents, and fumes.
Attend all required training and events.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months in a prior leadership role is preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit stylists, partner with local beauty schools, and build a salon team.
Lead by example in providing salon services and creating a positive guest experience.
Use business data and digital tools, including the Stylist App and Zenoti, to pursue sales goals, optimize scheduling, and improve the salon’s reputation.
Coach associates using the IGROW model and support their career development.
Maintain a safe, clean, and inspiring salon while following State Board and OSHA standards.
Manage salon business performance, including payroll percentages and performance scorecards.
Attend required training and events.