Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation structures

Schedule flexibility

Ongoing development and training

Career advancement opportunities

Discounts on products and tools

Benefits: medical, dental, PTO may be

Job summary

Great Clips in the United States is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to lead daily operations while cutting hair and mentoring a team. You’ll balance frontline styling with team support, customer care, and store performance.

Must hold a valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License, bring strong haircutting skills and service mindset, and enjoy helping others grow. Weekend availability is required, with growth opportunities toward management.

Qualifications

• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License required.
• Strong haircutting skills and excellent customer service.
• Team-first mindset with leadership potential and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily salon operations and support staff.
• Provide quality haircuts and customer service while behind the chair.
• Coach and mentor team members, help with scheduling and performance.

Skills

Cosmetology license

Barber license

Haircutting

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Job description

You've got passion. Make it work for you.

Join your locally owned Great Clips® salon team and take the next step in your career. If you’re a licensed stylist who enjoys supporting others, staying organized, and helping a team succeed, this could be the leadership opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Whether you’re ready to grow into management or want more responsibility while staying behind the chair, we’re excited to meet you.

Have experience in fast paced salons and wanting to move up to management? Your local Great Clips salon is looking for talented hair stylists and barbers! We've got everything you need to thrive, even if you don't have a built-in client list. Here's what you can expect:

• Great pay: Enjoy guaranteed hourly wages plus tips.
• Flexible schedule: Work hours that fit your life.
• Skill development: Access award-winning training and ongoing education to keep your skills sharp.
• Career growth: Opportunities to become a manager or trainer.

Must have weekend availability

Join your locally owned Great Clips® salon team and take the next step in your career. If you’re a licensed stylist who enjoys supporting others, staying organized, and helping a team succeed, this could be the leadership opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Whether you’re ready to grow into management or want more responsibility while staying behind the chair, we’re excited to meet you.

Have experience in fast paced salons and wanting to move up to management? Your local Great Clips salon is looking for talented hair stylists and barbers! We've got everything you need to thrive, even if you don't have a built-in client list. Here's what you can expect:

• Great pay: Enjoy guaranteed hourly wages plus tips.
• Flexible schedule: Work hours that fit your life.
• Skill development: Access award-winning training and ongoing education to keep your skills sharp.
• Career growth: Opportunities to become a manager or trainer.

Must have weekend availability

Why you’ll love it here

Great Clips salons give Assistant Salon Managers the opportunity to do what you love, along with the tools, training, and support to lead with confidence:

• Great, reliable hourly wage plus tips
• Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours
• Job stability and a steady flow of customers driven by the marketing of the largest hair salon brand in the world — no self-marketing to find clients, booth rent or hidden fees, and no appointments required
• Potential for promotions to management, career growth, and recognition for great performance
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Training and development to help you grow into management
• The opportunity to support and motivate a team of stylists while continuing to cut hair
• Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU)
• Innovative salon technology — like Online Check-In and the Great Clips App — that helps take care of the busy work so you can focus on what you love most: delivering great haircuts
• A team environment where stylists help each other succeed
• Consistent income you can count on — without upselling pressure, commission stress, or competition for walk-ins

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

What you bring to the team

To join a Great Clips salon team as an Assistant Salon Manager, you’ll need:

• A valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• Strong technical haircutting skills and great customer service
• A team-first mindset with a desire to encourage and support others
• Clear communication skills and a positive, motivating attitude
• Organization, flexibility, and the desire to help keep the salon running smoothly
• An interest in growing your leadership skills and taking on more responsibility

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: Do I need management experience to apply?
  A: Not always. Many Assistant Salon Managers grow into the role from a stylist position. An interest in leadership and supporting others is just as important as prior experience.
• Q: Will I still be cutting hair in this role?
  A: Yes. This role combines cutting hair with supporting daily salon operations and helping the team succeed.
• Q: Is this a leadership role with growth opportunities?
  A: Yes. The Assistant Salon Manager role is often a stepping stone toward Salon Manager or other leadership positions.
• Q: What kind of training is provided for Assistant Salon Managers?
  A: Assistant Salon Managers receive training in management and operations through Great Clips University (GCU), along with ongoing support and instruction from salon management.

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.

“Great Clips® salons offer the training, and the customers are already there. It’s a guaranteed way to start making money right away.”

You’ve got talent. Make it work for you.

As a Great Clips® salon stylist, you'll be part of a team that feels like family. And with a built-in customer base, you'll start helping others on day one. So, if connecting with people is your thing, it's time to connect with a Great Clips® salon.

SALON CAREERS - WHAT TO EXPECT

Apply

Submit your interest to a local franchisee.

Connect

Great Clips franchisee will reach out to you

Interview

A Great Clips franchisee will host an interview

Offer

The hiring manager will contact you if you meet the requirements for the position.

Competitive
Compensation
Structures

Get paid to do what you love

Immediate
Customer Base

Start cutting hair sooner

Ongoing
Development

Learn the latest trends and advanced skills

Schedule
Flexibility

Schedules to fit your lifestyle*

Recognition

Be rewarded for a job well done*

Opportunities abound*

Discounts

Product and tool discounts*

Medical, Dental, and PTO may be available*

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Structures: Get paid to do what you love
• Immediate Customer Base: Start cutting hair sooner
• Ongoing Development: Learn the latest trends and advanced skills
• Schedule Flexibility: Schedules to fit your lifestyle*
• Recognition: Be rewarded for a job well done*
• Career Advancement: Opportunities abound*
• Discounts: Product and tool discounts*
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and PTO may be available*

* Each Great Clips® salon is independently owned and operated by local salon owners – compensation, incentives and benefits may vary by location.

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