Assistant Salon Manager

Great Clips; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Training and development

Job summary

Great Clips franchise is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager in a locally owned salon in Wilmington, DE. This role blends leadership with front‑line styling, offering ongoing training and advancement opportunities while you continue to cut hair and support your team.

We provide tools, a strong brand, flexible scheduling, and a path to management as you help deliver excellent customer service and maintain a positive salon culture.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Help lead the salon team and support daily operations
• Deliver great customer service while cutting hair
• Provide training and development to team members
• Grow into management roles or take on additional responsibilities
• Collaborate with management to create a positive work environment

Skills

Cosmetology license

Customer service

Leadership

Team support

Organization

Communication

Education

Cosmetology license

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.

READY TO GROW INTO LEADERSHIP? Join our Great Clips franchise with 22 salons across NJ, DE, and PA! We're looking for motivated Assistant Salon Managers who love supporting their teams, delivering exceptional customer service, and creating a positive work environment. We invest in our people through leadership development, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance within our growing organization. If you're ready to grow your leadership skills, inspire others, and make a difference every day, we want to meet you!

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.

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