Assistant Salon Manager: Lead, Coach & Grow the Salon

Hair Cuttery; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

PTO/vacation

Job summary

Hair Cuttery is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager in McLean, VA. You’ll lead the floor, support the Salon Leader, mentor stylists, and balance creative styling behind the chair with business leadership.

This full-time role emphasizes guest experience, performance coaching, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A Cosmetology license and strong communication are required, with potential to grow into management.

Qualifications

• License to practice cosmetology in the applying state.
• Full-time leadership role (minimum 40 hours per week).
• Stamina to stand long periods and dexterity for precise salon services.
• Leadership experience or strong attitude, plus solid communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Floor: manage daily operations and appointment book in Zenoti.
• Coach & Mentor: help stylists hit goals using the IGROW model.
• Keep it Clean & Compliant: uphold State Board and OSHA standards.
• Marketing Pro: support local partnerships and campaigns to keep chairs full.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IGROW model

Cash handling

Education

Cosmetology license (state)

Tools

Zenoti

Job description

Hair Cuttery is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager in McLean, VA. You’ll lead the floor, support the Salon Leader, mentor stylists, and balance creative styling behind the chair with business leadership.

This full-time role emphasizes guest experience, performance coaching, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A Cosmetology license and strong communication are required, with potential to grow into management.