Stylist

About the role

Experience a perfect blend of deliberate purpose and clear-eyed vision at Ulta Beauty, where industry-leading beauty professionals build authentic community and create a real sense of belonging while driving bold innovations. As a Stylist, you will engage with guests, consult on their hair care needs, and deliver quality professional services with an emphasis on their total look. This role supports the Experience Manager (EM) and Assistant Services Manager (ASM) through a focus on performance, guest service, and operational compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform hair services including hair design, haircuts, color, texture, treatments, styling, updos, perms, blowouts, keratin treatments, extensions, makeup applications, and ear piercing (where applicable).
• Meet or exceed sales goals of $800 average weekly sales and productivity targets for hair services by delivering exceptional guest service.
• Contribute to store goals for retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), and retail shrink.
• Demonstrate business acumen by identifying growth opportunities and staying informed about industry trends, products, and services.
• Perform product demonstrations to drive sales and enhance the guest experience.
• Support in-store events, promotions, and marketing initiatives that deliver an unrivaled guest experience.
• Develop guest relationships through consultations and tailored retail/service recommendations.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and salon image, serving all guests—including walk-ins—in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with skin therapists and the retail team to provide a well-rounded guest experience.
• Build professional relationships with peers and brand partners to foster exceptional guest service.
• Promote the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app.
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings for continuous professional development.
• Ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty policies, procedures, and state board guidelines for safety, sanitation, and infection control.
• Follow established service protocols to ensure a consistent and exceptional guest experience.
• Utilize booking and clientele systems to schedule return services and events.
• Communicate supply needs to the EM to maintain guest readiness.
• Maintain store operational standards, including cleanliness of the salon, salesfloor, restrooms, and assigned areas.
• Adhere to the Ulta Beauty dress code and loss prevention best practices.

Requirements

• Cosmetology license.
• Previous relevant salon experience preferred.
• Proficiency in latest salon techniques for haircutting, haircolor, styling, texture, treatments, extensions, makeup, and ear piercing (where applicable).
• Ability to use salon equipment and chemicals safely and effectively.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships and clientele.
• Flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Working Conditions

• Frequent mobility during shift, including stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, twisting, and crouching.
• Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift.
• Ability to stand for long periods during shift.
• Continuous and/or frequent coordination and manipulation of objects.

Pay

The pay range for this position is the higher of $17.00 - $21.70 per hour or services pay pursuant to the Company’s Services Compensation Plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business needs. Eligible associates may also earn overtime pay and tips from service guests.

Benefits

• Full-time positions: Paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Part-time positions: Dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.

About Ulta Beauty

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) is the largest North American beauty retailer, offering cosmetics, fragrance, skin care, hair care, and salon services. With over 25,000 products from approximately 500 brands, Ulta Beauty provides a full-service salon in every store, featuring hair, skin, brow, and makeup services. The company is committed to considering all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with applicable state and local laws.