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. Whether you’re ready to grow into management or want more responsibility while staying behind the chair, we’re excited to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Support daily salon operations and help the team succeed
• Continue cutting hair alongside leadership duties
• Maintain organization and flexibility to keep the salon running smoothly
• Motivate and encourage a team of stylists
• Assist with salon management tasks and leadership development

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

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Product sales commission
• Paid vacation (full-time and part-time)
• Real path toward a Salon Manager role
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Training and development through Great Clips University (GCU)
• Innovative salon technology (Online Check-In, Great Clips App)
• Employee offerings like medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations

Pay

$16.50/hr base plus tips, averaging $30.50–$40.50/hr total

Schedule

• Weekday shifts: 9:00 A.M.–2:30 P.M. or 2:30 P.M.–7:00 P.M.
• Weekend shifts: 9:00 A.M.–6:00 P.M., plus an extra 1:00 P.M.–6:00 P.M. shift
• Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours

Why you’ll love it here

Great Clips Salons give Assistant Salon Managers the opportunity to do what you love, along with the tools, training, and support to lead with confidence.

• Great, reliable hourly wage plus tips
• Job stability and a steady flow of customers driven by the marketing of the largest hair salon brand in the world
• No self-marketing to find clients, booth rent or hidden fees, and no appointments required
• Potential for promotions to management, career growth, and recognition for great performance
• Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU)
• A team environment where stylists help each other succeed
• Consistent income without upselling pressure, commission stress, or competition for walk-ins