Assistant Salon Manager & Hair Stylist

Cost Cutters; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Education benefits

401K with company match

Health insurance reimbursements

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Primrose Cost Cutters is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to help oversee daily salon operations, deliver Cost Cutters hair care services, and lead by example. The role includes coaching staff, recruiting and training, handling conflicts professionally, and supporting advancement to Salon Manager within the organization.

The position emphasizes a customer-focused culture, flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends, and a commitment to professional development and team success.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead salon operations and deliver high-quality hair care services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily salon operations in collaboration with Salon Manager.
• Set service quality standards and lead by example.
• Coach and mentor salon staff to foster a positive work environment.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and developing team members.
• Pathway to advancement from Assistant Salon Manager to Salon Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Coaching

Mentoring

Staff development

Talent recruitment

Administrative tasks

Education

Cosmetology or barber license

Tools

POS/retail software

Job description

Do What You Love. Love What You Do! Join Our Management Team at Primrose Cost Cutters

Are you ready to step up as a leader and make a real impact in a vibrant, franchise-owned salon environment? At Primrose Cost Cutters, a proud franchise of Cost Cutters, we are dedicated to creating our own unique culture. Leading with style, kindness, compassion, and care sets you apart. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, inspire, and lead, you've come to the right place!

What You’ll Do:

• Support Salon Operations: Assist the Salon Manager in overseeing daily operations and provide leadership and tools to ensure stylist success.
• Lead by Example: Deliver all hair care services offered by Cost Cutters with the highest quality, setting the standard for excellence.
• Coach and Mentor: Act as a coach and mentor to salon employees, fostering a positive work environment and bringing out the best in your team.
• Recruit and Develop Talent: Assist in hiring, recruiting, and training staff while handling conflicts and client complaints with professionalism.
• Pathway to Advancement: As an Assistant Salon Manager, you'll have the opportunity to grow into a Salon Manager role, with promotion from within being a key focus.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

At Cost Cutters, we treat our team like family and offer a supportive and nurturing environment. We provide excellent benefits including paid holidays and vacations, paid education to help you advance in your career, a 401K plan with company match, health insurance reimbursements, and opportunities for career advancement.

A Company That Cares:

We’re dedicated to supporting our team in every way possible. One of our managers shared, “I’ve never been part of a company that cares about their people as much as Primrose Cost Cutters does. Thank you for caring.”

We’d Love to Hear from You If:

• You Lead by Example: You excel in customer service, handle challenges professionally, and inspire others through your actions.
• You Develop Talent: You’re skilled at training and developing your team, creating a positive work environment, and maintaining a focus on the salon’s success.
• You’re Licensed: You hold a current cosmetology or barber license as required by state/provincial regulations.
• You’re Flexible: You’re available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• You’re Tech-Savvy: You can perform administrative tasks, including closing out the system at the end of the day.