Salon Manager

About the Role

Join your locally owned Great Clips® salon team and step into a leadership role where you can make a real impact. As a Salon Manager, you’ll inspire your team, grow salon success, and help create a fun, supportive vibe every day. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll split your time between salon management responsibilities and providing services to customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of stylists
• Manage day-to-day salon operations
• Deliver haircuts and other salon services
• Coach and develop team members to grow their skills and confidence
• Ensure a high standard of customer experience
• Utilize salon technology (scheduling systems, metrics, and reports)
• Foster a team-oriented culture where stylists support each other

Requirements

• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• Strong technical haircutting skills
• Proven leadership ability or readiness to take on full salon responsibility
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Comfort with technology and salon tools
• Goal-oriented mindset with a focus on team performance
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive pay ($25–$40/hour) plus tips
• Monthly bonuses
• Health and dental insurance
• Matching 401K
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Mentorship from experienced leaders
• Career growth opportunities
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Leadership and technical training
• Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours
• Job stability with a steady flow of customers (no self-marketing or booth rent)
• Innovative salon technology to streamline operations

About the Company

Saunders Clips is a Great Clips franchise with 21 salons across Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina. As part of 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.

FAQ

• Is this a hands-on leadership role?
  Yes. Salon Managers lead the team, manage salon operations, and deliver haircuts, depending on salon needs.
• Do I need prior salon management experience?
  Previous leadership experience is helpful but not always required. Many Salon Managers are promoted from within after showing strong leadership skills.
• Do Salon Managers cut hair?
  Yes. Salon Managers split their time between salon management responsibilities and providing services to customers. The balance varies by location.
• What training is provided for Salon Managers?
  Salon Managers receive leadership and technical training, along with ongoing support. The LEADS development program provides training in skills needed to guide salon teams and achieve results.