Salon Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• Strong technical haircutting skills and great customer service
• A team-first mindset with a desire to encourage and support others
• Clear communication skills and a positive, motivating attitude
• Organization, flexibility, and the desire to help keep the salon running smoothly
• An interest in growing your leadership skills and taking on more responsibility

Nice To Haves

• Management experience (though an interest in leadership and supporting others is considered equally important)

Responsibilities

• Support the salon team closely with your manager.
• Share product know-how.
• Deliver amazing haircuts in a clean and inviting salon.
• Support and motivate a team of stylists while continuing to cut hair.
• Help keep the salon running smoothly.
• Combine cutting hair with supporting daily salon operations and helping the team succeed.

Benefits

• Great, reliable hourly wage plus tips
• Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours
• Job stability and a steady flow of customers
• Potential for promotions to management, career growth, and recognition for great performance
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Training and development to help you grow into management
• Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU)
• Innovative salon technology — like Online Check-In and the Great Clips App
• A team environment where stylists help each other succeed
• Consistent income you can count on — without upselling pressure, commission stress, or competition for walk-ins
• PTO
• Paid training
• Paid holidays
• Medical-vision-dental plans