Assistant Salon Manager: Lead & Cut, Grow Your Team

Great Clips; Belle Plaine (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Great Clips is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to lead a locally owned salon team while continuing to cut hair. The role blends hands-on styling with leadership responsibilities, focusing on customer care, team development, and operational excellence.

You will grow into management through structured training and ongoing support, contributing to a collaborative, customer-focused salon culture and a strong brand experience for clients.

Qualifications

• Valid Cosmetology and/or Barber License.
• Strong haircutting skills and excellent customer service.
• Team-first mindset with a desire to support others.
• Clear communication, positive attitude, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to grow leadership skills and take on more responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the salon team and manage daily operations.
• Continue cutting hair while supporting salon operations.
• Provide training and development through Great Clips University (GCU).
• Support and motivate stylists to succeed as a team.
• Assist with scheduling, workflow, and salon efficiency.

Skills

Technical haircutting

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Leadership growth mindset

Education

Cosmetology or Barber License

Job description

Great Clips is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to lead a locally owned salon team while continuing to cut hair. The role blends hands-on styling with leadership responsibilities, focusing on customer care, team development, and operational excellence.

You will grow into management through structured training and ongoing support, contributing to a collaborative, customer-focused salon culture and a strong brand experience for clients.