Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High tips

Flexible scheduling

No self-marketing

Promotion opportunities

Tools discounts

GCU training

Online Check-In app

Job summary

Great Clips in Illinois seeks an Assistant Salon Manager to lead a busy salon while still cutting hair and delivering great service. You will mentor stylists, handle daily operations, and support the team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment.

As a licensed cosmetologist or barber, you’ll benefit from leadership growth opportunities, structured training through Great Clips University, and a supportive franchise culture focused on teamwork and consistent performance.

Qualifications

• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (state variations).
• Strong haircutting skills and excellent customer service.
• Team-first mindset with a desire to support others.
• Clear communication and a positive, motivating attitude.
• Organization, flexibility, and the ability to keep the salon running smoothly.
• Interest in growing leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily salon operations while continuing to cut hair.
• Lead and motivate a team of stylists.
• Support management with scheduling and customer service.
• Provide training and guidance through GCU.

Skills

Licensed cosmetologist

Team leadership

Customer service

Organization

Education

Cosmetology license

Barber license

Tools

Great Clips App

Online Check-In

Great Clips University (GCU)

Job description

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.

Working at Great Clips allows you to walk right in to a guaranteed clientele, high tips and busy days. The managers at Great Clips strive for drama free environments where stylists can have fun AND make lot’s of money. The potential to grow into a management position is very high! We also offer Student Loan Program for your schooling.Must be a licensed Cosmetologist or barber, or be enrolled in school

++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.

Job Ref #: 2025-54812