Stylist in Training

SmartStyle Hair Salon•Indianola, IA

About The Position

The Stylist in Training is a temporary 90-day position intended to help the employee learn the salon business, deliver exceptional customer service across all communication channels, complete cosmetology school training, and obtain the state license required to perform salon services. The employee learns by observing stylists and managers, greets customers, answers the phone, and helps maintain a clean salon while following safety standards. After receiving the required license, the employee may be eligible for promotion to Stylist; promotion is not guaranteed. To be considered, the employee must hold the appropriate state license, be able to perform duties allowed by state licensing requirements (including cutting, styling, coloring, waxing, washing, and perming hair, with or without accommodation), and demonstrate honesty, accountability, integrity, and respect. The position requires standing for most of the day, lifting and carrying products and supplies, and traveling to mandatory meetings and training sessions, including overnight travel. The role offers product and service discounts. If hired, the candidate will be employed directly by the independent franchisee, which sets its own wage and benefit programs.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited cosmetology school and obtain the necessary license(s) to perform salon services within 90 days of hire.
  • 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 pounds to stock retail shelves and occasionally lifting 10–25 pounds to help unload 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 salon business operations by observing stylists and managers.
  • Deliver customer service across channels of communication.
  • Greet customers and answer the phone.
  • Keep the salon clean and follow safety standards.
  • Complete cosmetology school training and obtain the required state license within 90 days of hire.
  • Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions, including those requiring overnight travel.

Benefits

  • Product and service discounts
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