Assistant Salon Manager

About the role

Join your locally owned Great Clips® salon team and take the next step in your career. If you’re a licensed stylist who enjoys supporting others, staying organized, and helping a team succeed, this could be the leadership opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example behind the chair
• Support and develop your team
• Help drive salon results and customer experience

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

Qualifications

• To join a Great Clips salon team as an Assistant Salon Manager, you’ll need:

Skills

• Strong technical haircutting skills
• Great customer service
• A team-first mindset
• Clear communication skills
• Positive, motivating attitude
• Organization and flexibility
• Interest in growing leadership skills

Benefits

• Strong earnings with tips, incentives, and bonuses
• Weekly pay and benefits
• A path to Salon Manager and beyond

Pay

• Average hourly wage plus tips

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours
• Job stability and a steady flow of customers
• No self-marketing, booth rent, or hidden fees
• No appointments required

What we offer

• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Training and development to help you grow into management
• 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
• Medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations

FAQ

• Q: Do I need management experience to apply?
  A: Not always. Many Assistant Salon Managers grow into the role from a stylist position. An interest in leadership and supporting others is just as important as prior experience.
• Q: Will I still be cutting hair in this role?
  A: Yes. This role combines cutting hair with supporting daily salon operations and helping the team succeed.
• Q: Is this a leadership role with growth opportunities?
  A: Yes. The Assistant Salon Manager role is often a stepping stone toward Salon Manager or other leadership positions.
• Q: What kind of training is provided for Assistant Salon Managers?
  A: Assistant Salon Managers receive training in management and operations through Great Clips University (GCU), along with ongoing support and instruction from salon management.