Area Manager

Great Clips; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid training

Job summary

Great Clips is seeking an Area Manager to lead a single salon while supporting and coaching a small group of nearby salons. You will hire, train, and develop talent, drive customer care, and supervise daily operations to boost profitability.

The role blends hands-on salon work with regional leadership, offering growth opportunities within a locally owned franchise network. Licensing requirements will apply per state regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous salon management or multi-unit retail leadership.
• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Ability to work across multiple salon locations within the area.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage one salon while coaching Salon Managers across 2–3 locations.
• Hire and train talent and ensure top customer care.
• Streamline operations and boost profitability.
• Split time between chair work and growing the business.

Skills

Salon management

Multi-unit leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Education

Cosmetology or Barber License

Job description

Join your locally owned Great Clips® salon organization in a leadership role that blends hands-on salon management with multi-salon oversight. As an Area Manager, you'll directly manage one salon while also supporting and coaching a team of Salon Managers across a small group of additional locations.

This role is ideal for an experienced salon or multi-unit leader who enjoys developing managers, maintaining strong brand standards, and driving consistent performance across teams.

Lead and inspire a team of stylists and salon leaders - without working every weekend! As an Area Manager, you'll hire and train talent across 2-3 salons, drive top-notch customer care, streamline operations, and boost profitability. Split your time between working behind the chair and growing the business. Earn up to $88K a year with full benefits including PTO, paid training, medical, dental, vision, and more. Join our growing, locally owned franchise where leadership shines and advancement is real!

Why you'll love it here

Great Clips salons give Area Managers the opportunity to lead at both the salon and organizational levels while staying closely connected to day-to-day operations:

• Competitive compensation
• Potential for recognition for great performance and team success
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Ongoing leadership development and training opportunities
• The opportunity to develop leaders, strengthen culture, and improve performance
• The ability to make a visible, measurable impact across multiple teams
• Clear brand standards, systems, and operational support
• Innovative salon technology, including Online Check-In and the Great Clips App

Employee offerings like medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations.

What you bring to the team

To succeed as an Area Manager in a Great Clips salon organization, you'll need:

• Previous salon management experience or multi-unit retail management experience
• A valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• The desire and ability to manage a salon's daily operations while motivating and supporting other Salon Managers
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Experience identifying performance gaps and implementing improvement plans
• Flexibility to work across multiple salon locations within the surrounding area
• Commitment to collaboration and accountability with a focus on proactively seeking solutions to challenges

Who we are

As 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. Talented teams of skilled professionals, along with convenient hours and a great haircut experience, set us apart in our communities.

FAQ

• Q: Will I be managing a salon directly in this role?

A: Yes. In this role, you'll manage one salon while also supporting and coaching Salon Managers across additional locations.

• Q: Is a cosmetology or barber license required?

A: Yes, a license is required for Area Managers to best support salon staff.

• Q: How many Salon Managers will I typically support?

A: The specific number varies by organization and typically includes a small group of nearby salons.

• Q: Will I cut hair as an Area Manager?

A: While cutting hair is typically not the main responsibility of an Area Manager, it is likely that you will cut hair on a regular basis.

• Q: Does this position involve working in multiple salon locations?

A: Yes. Area Managers spend time across several salons to support leaders, monitor performance, and help maintain brand standards.

• Q: Who does the Area Manager report to?

A: Area Managers report directly to a General Manager (GM) or franchisee.

All Great Clips® salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees. Franchisees, not Great Clips, Inc., are responsible for all hiring and personnel matters at their individual salons.

Job Ref #: 2025-57336