senior stylist

Stylebook Directory LTD; Winchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Stylebook Directory LTD in Winchester is searching for a Senior Stylist with a minimum of one year in the profession. You will be responsible for maintaining the company's hairdressing image while building relationships with clients and colleagues.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 NVQ qualification and the ability to manage a personal client portfolio efficiently. Excellent communication and a strong sense of creativity are mandatory.

Competitive salary and opportunities for personal development are provided.

Qualifications

• Min. 1 year as a stylist with expertise in hairdressing.
• Commitment to personal development and improvement.
• Ability to build and retain a client portfolio of 35 clients/week.

Responsibilities

• Provide styling advice and consultations for clients.
• Achieve high retail sales and customer loyalty.
• Conduct training sessions and participate in events.

Skills

Creativity

Hairdressing expertise

Team player

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Level 3 NVQ qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Stylist

The senior stylist has been a stylist for a minimum of a year and has shown the ability to retain clients and continue their hairdressing personal development. They take responsibility for the company hairdressing image on a daily and ongoing basis. Their relationship with fellow workers and customers, both in terms of the services provided and the personal relationships created, is vital to the business.

Styling

• Guidance and advice to clients on appropriate styles for hair
• Consultation on products and hair analysis
• Cutting and styling to the Haringtons standard and style
• Demonstrates an excellent level of creativity
• Participation in internal and external events

Business Development

• Recommend products as appropriate
• Achieve a high level of retail sales
• Encourage ongoing loyalty from existing customers to achieve targets
• Develop new customer relationships to add to portfolio
• Use Recommend a Friend program
• Proven retail and business skills – retail sales 12% and colour 30%
• Understand key business processes
• Conduct training sessions
• Attend art team demos

Personal Client Portfolio

• Attain a target of 35 clients per week

Skills and Requirements

• High level of expertise and knowledge of the hairdressing industry
• Ongoing desire to improve and build on skill set
• Demonstrate personal style and appearance consistent with Haringtons image
• Excellent team player
• Willingness to coach other members of staff
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Quality and detail oriented with high standards
• Good time management skills
• Understanding of Health & Safety standards required in the salon
• Encourages salon etiquette at all times

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualification to level 3 NVQ or 4 years minimum hairdressing experience
• 1+ year as a stylist
• Successful completion of either the Haringtons Training programme or an equivalent salon
• Successful completion of the Varder programme

The above job description is intended to act as a guideline and not an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and skills that are required. The company reserves the right to vary the job descriptions as per their requirements.

Apprentice

Apprentices make an important contribution to the growth and success of the organisation whilst learning a complex set of skills and achieving significant self development. They are given the opportunity to get first‑class training and in return they are expected to contribute to the practical, day‑to‑day operation of the salon and show strong team membership skills.

Training

• Work towards completing their Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals and key skills in hairdressing
• Attend all internal and external training sessions
• Work diligently to reach the standards required to qualify as a stylist or a technician
• Provide models for model sessions
• Take all opportunities for self‑development learning opportunities

Salon Team

• Full and conscientious participation in the duties expected of an Apprentice, e.g., assist clients and care for their needs
• Advise clients on retail products
• Shampoo clients
• Assist the stylists whenever required
• Help on reception when required
• Assist with stock on request
• Weekly cleaning duties as allocated by the head Apprentice

Skills and Requirements

• A strong flair for hairdressing
• Personal style and appearance consistent with Haringtons image
• Good team player who contributes to the salon and helps make it a great place to work
• Conscientious approach to working
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and learn from it
• Excellent timekeeping and reliability at all times
• Cheerful, professional attitude at all times
• Keeping to salon etiquette at all times
• Understanding and fulfilling all aspects of salon Health and Safety requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in a customer‑facing environment desirable

The above job description is intended to act as a guideline and not an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and skills that are required. The company reserves the right to vary the job descriptions as per their requirements.

Location: 16 The Square Winchester