Area Manager

About the role

Join a locally owned Great Clips® salon organization in a leadership role that blends hands-on salon management with multi-salon oversight. As an Area Manager, you’ll directly manage one salon while also supporting and coaching a team of Salon Managers across a small group of additional locations. This role is ideal for an experienced salon or multi-unit leader who enjoys developing managers, maintaining strong brand standards, and driving consistent performance across teams.

You will work closely with salon managers to improve sales, control labor, maintain brand standards, and create an outstanding customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage the daily operations of one Great Clips salon
• Support and coach Salon Managers across a small group of additional locations
• Drive performance and ensure operational excellence across multiple salons
• Develop salon managers and strengthen team culture
• Identify performance gaps and implement improvement plans
• Monitor and maintain brand standards across all locations
• Work across multiple salon locations within the surrounding area
• Collaborate with teams to proactively seek solutions to challenges
• Cut hair on a regular basis, though it is not the main responsibility

Requirements

• Previous salon management experience or multi-unit retail management experience
• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Experience identifying performance gaps and implementing improvement plans
• Flexibility to work across multiple salon locations
• Commitment to collaboration and accountability

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Potential for recognition for great performance and team success
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Ongoing leadership development and training opportunities
• Opportunity to develop leaders, strengthen culture, and improve performance
• Clear brand standards, systems, and operational support
• Innovative salon technology, including Online Check-In and the Great Clips App
• Employee offerings like medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations

About the company

As the world's largest salon brand, with over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada, Great Clips combines strong brand recognition, marketing, and support with a close-knit, team-oriented culture. We're passionate about cutting hair and providing great value for the whole family. Talented teams of skilled professionals, along with convenient hours and a great haircut experience, set us apart in our communities.