Assistant Stylist

General Summary & Scope

The Assistant Stylist is responsible for engaging with guests, consulting on hair care needs, and recommending products and services. This is a temporary position designed to prepare talent for a stylist role, focusing on performance, guest service, and process.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver exceptional guest service and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store's goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty.

• Mentor Stylist in meeting or exceeding sales and productivity goals for hair services and haircare products by:

  • Adding on recommendations
  • Shampoo and treatment process
  • Blowouts and styling guests
  • Global and retouch color applications
  • Assisting with foils (e.g., folding/handing foils)
  • Cleaning/sanitation and organizing duties
  • Pre-booking
  • Retail recommendations

• Support the mentor Stylist in performing hair services including hair design, haircuts, color, texture, hair treatments, styling, updos, perms, blowouts, keratin treatments, extensions, makeup applications, brow services, and ear piercing (where applicable).

• Perform product demonstrations with guests to drive sales and the guest service experience.

• Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time, and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests.

• Maintain prompt, regular attendance.

• Develop guest relationships through consultations and appropriate retail and service recommendations.

• Serve all guests, including walk-in guests, in a timely and efficient manner under the mentorship of another stylist.

• Establish professional peer and brand partner relationships that foster a shared interest in collaboratively delivering exceptional guest service.

• Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests in the salon and sales floor.

• Be knowledgeable of and ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and standards.

• Follow all safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures before, during, and after services; always ensure compliance with state board guidelines.

• Utilize appropriate booking and clientele systems to book guests for return services and for events.

• Communicate any supply needs to the Experience Manager, ensuring guest-readiness at all times.

• Maintain outstanding store operational standards, including cleanliness of the salon, sales floor, restrooms, backroom, break area, and any additional assigned area.

• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings to enable continuous professional development.

• Adhere to the Ulta Beauty dress code.

• Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.

• Execute other operational tasks as directed.

Job Qualifications

• Education: Cosmetology license

• Skills: Basic understanding of salon techniques, equipment, and chemicals; ability to demonstrate, recommend, and sell pro hair care and makeup products; developed communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.

• Special Position Requirements: Flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

About Ulta Beauty

At Ulta Beauty, we believe in the power of beauty. We are the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products, and salon services. We offer a wide range of products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. We also provide a full-service salon in every store featuring hair, skin, brow, and makeup services.