Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Weekly pay (Friday)

Job summary

Great Clips in Stockton, CA is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager who will cut hair and support salon operations while helping the team succeed. The role offers a guaranteed hourly wage with tips, potential bonuses, and a path to management growth within the brand.

The position emphasizes leadership development, organizational skills, and strong customer service. Training and development through Great Clips University (GCU) are provided to foster advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License (as required by state).
• Strong haircutting skills and excellent customer service.
• Team-first mindset with leadership potential and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in salon operations and team coordination.
• Support daily salon activities while cutting hair as needed.
• Mentor and motivate stylists to deliver great service.
• Plan and promote a positive, productive work environment.

Skills

Cosmetology License

Haircutting skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Leadership potential

Education

Cosmetology license

Tools

GCU Training Platform

Job description

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

Park West Place 10734 Trinity Parkway Stockton, California

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.

Join us at this high-potential salon!!
A fully available Assistant Manager starts at a guaranteed $20.70/hour plus tips. A high-performing Assistant Manager earns $23.40/hour plus tips! Eligible for a bonus of up to another ~$140/month ($1,800 per year)! Weekend availability needed.
KCS Group, Inc. dba Great Clips pays on a weekly basis, every Friday. We also prefer to promote from within when looking for GREAT candidates to grow their career with us. We offer Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance.

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.

Join us at this high-potential salon!!
A fully available Assistant Manager starts at a guaranteed $20.70/hour plus tips. A high-performing Assistant Manager earns $23.40/hour plus tips! Eligible for a bonus of up to another ~$140/month ($1,800 per year)! Weekend availability needed.
KCS Group, Inc. dba Great Clips pays on a weekly basis, every Friday. We also prefer to promote from within when looking for GREAT candidates to grow their career with us. We offer Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance.

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

• 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*

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