Manager/Barber

About the Role

We're hiring a Managing Barber at our Diesel Barbershop in Brookfield, WI at Poplar Creek Town Center (Right across from the Corners). This role is perfect for a licensed barber or cosmetologist with strong cutting skills who wants to lead a team, manage shop operations, and stay active behind the chair.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily barbershop operations
• Interview, hire, train, and mentor barbers/stylists
• Create weekly schedules and maintain Diesel service standards
• Provide high-quality men's haircuts, fades, beard work & straight razor shaves
• Build strong client relationships and a positive, drama-free culture
• Support new team members and drive shop performance

Requirements

• Wisconsin-licensed Barber or Cosmetologist
• 2+ years experience in a barbershop or salon
• Skilled in men's haircuts, classic cuts, modern fades & beard grooming
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Reliable, professional, and team-focused
• Available evenings and weekends (standard barbershop hours)

Compensation & Benefits

• $1,000 signing bonus
• $25–$50 per hour (depending on experience) – includes bi-weekly bonuses, commission, and tips
• Vacation & holiday time (full time)
• Flexible scheduling
• License renewal reimbursement
• Employee discounts & referral bonuses
• Paid training (including travel to Diesel's national convention)
• Diesel Donates: support for your personal cause or nonprofit
• Modern, brand-new shop with premium equipment & shampoo bowls at every station
• Supportive, creative, drama-free team environment
• Real opportunities for leadership growth and advancement
• Bereavement leave
• Continuing education credits
• Free parking
• Professional development assistance
• Store discount

About Diesel Barbershop

Diesel Barbershop is a modern men's grooming concept combining the best of a classic barbershop with a high-energy, tech-forward environment. We offer: TVs at every station, shampoo bowls at every chair, retro arcade games, strong marketing support, and a loyal, fast-growing clientele. Our focus: great cuts, great vibes, great careers for barbers.

At Diesel Barbershop, we're more than just a place to get a haircut. We're a community built on craftsmanship, connection, and energy. Our mission is to create barbershops people trust and teams people are proud to be a part of. We believe in mastering our craft, building real relationships, and showing up every day with purpose and professionalism. Our shops blend a modern, high-energy environment with a commitment to growth, both for our clients and our team. Whether you're behind the chair or supporting the shop, you'll be part of something bigger: a brand that invests in your development, values your contribution, and creates an experience people come back to. If you take pride in your work, bring great energy, and want to grow with a team that's raising the standard in the industry, Diesel Barbershop is the place for you.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Diesel Barbershop.