Stylist in Training

SmartStyle Hair Salon•Atlantic, IA

About The Position

The Stylist in Training is a temporary 90-day position designed to help the employee learn the salon business while providing exceptional customer service across communication channels and completing cosmetology school training and state licensing. The employee observes stylists and managers to learn how to grow the business, greets customers, answers the phone, maintains salon cleanliness, and follows safety standards. A promotion to Stylist may be considered after licensing, but is not guaranteed.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited cosmetology school and obtain the necessary license(s) to perform salon services within 90 days of the hire date.
  • Demonstrate good judgment and time management.
  • Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and management.
  • Be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
  • Be comfortable lifting up to 10 lbs. to stock retail shelves and occasionally lifting 10–25 lbs. to assist with unloading product shipments.
  • Be on your feet for most of the day.
  • Be able to read, write, and perform basic math.
  • Be available to travel to mandatory meetings and training sessions, including overnight travel.

Responsibilities

  • Learn how to grow the business by observing stylists and managers.
  • Greet customers and answer the phone.
  • Provide exceptional customer service across all channels of communication.
  • Keep the salon clean and follow safety standards.
  • Complete cosmetology school training and obtain the necessary state license(s).
  • Travel to mandatory meetings and training sessions, including overnight travel.

Benefits

  • Product and service discounts
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