Assistant Salon Manager: Lead, Mentor & Grow the Salon

SmartStyle Salons; Cambridge (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartStyle Salons in Minnesota is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to lead operations, develop a high-performing team, and ensure exceptional guest service. You will coaching staff, manage scheduling, and drive salon profitability while maintaining quality hair services.

The role requires a cosmetology license, flexibility for evenings and weekends, and strong administrative skills to close out daily systems and support overall business growth.

Qualifications

• You lead by example, are customer service at your core, and can resolve challenges with professionalism.
• You know how to bring out the best in others by training, developing your team, creating a positive work environment, and guiding on business and technical matters.
• You have a current cosmetology or barber license as required by state/provincial regulations.
• You can and want to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• You are tech savvy and can perform administrative tasks, including closing out the system at the end of the day.
• You need to know how to read, write, and do basic math.

Responsibilities

• You’ll be the heartbeat of the salon managing all operations and providing leadership and tools for success.
• Leading by example, you’ll help your staff increase their clientele and the business, focusing on profitability and teaching stylists the ins and outs of the business.
• You will set the example as well as provide all hair care services offered by SmartStyle and ensure the highest quality for each guest.
• You will act as a coach and mentor to bring out the best in salon employees and maintain a positive work environment.
• You will hire, recruit, train, and handle conflicts and client complaints with ease and professionalism.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Problem solving

Mentoring

Team development

Administration

Education

Cosmetology license

Job description

SmartStyle Salons in Minnesota is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to lead operations, develop a high-performing team, and ensure exceptional guest service. You will coaching staff, manage scheduling, and drive salon profitability while maintaining quality hair services.

The role requires a cosmetology license, flexibility for evenings and weekends, and strong administrative skills to close out daily systems and support overall business growth.