Assistant Studio Manager – Luxury Blowout Bar, Lead & Grow

Pressed Roots; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tips and Bonus potential

Health insurance

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Pressed Roots is seeking an Assistant Studio Manager to join our luxury blow-out bar specializing in textured hair in Washington, DC. You will support the Studio Manager, mentor stylists and front desk staff, and ensure smooth shop flow and client experience.

You will also gain exposure to franchise development, lead daily operations, and help drive sales while maintaining Pressed Roots standards and culture. This role is full-time and on-site at our DC location.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience as an Assistant Manager or in a team leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams and achieving operational goals.
• Background in fast-paced, customer-focused service environments.
• Committed to delivering exceptional customer service with a passion for quality and consistency.
• Experience in team development, coaching, and performance management.
• Proficient in inventory management and staff scheduling.
• Proven ability to drive sales and meet or exceed targets.
• Salon experience and a DC cosmetology license are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Studio Manager and assist with leadership tasks.
• Serve as liaison amongst clients, employees, and studio manager.
• Mentor, guide, and inspire all employees (stylists & front desk) on a daily basis.
• Organize and execute shop flow between Clients and staff in a positive manner.
• Serve as subject matter expert in the reservation system.
• Represent and lead from Pressed Roots Core Values.
• Fill in for Studio Manager in time of absence.
• Invest time in your people. Identify and mentor the future leaders of our organization.
• Coach and give feedback as necessary for all team members, ensuring Pressed Roots standards are being met at all times.
• Build relationships with Pressed Roots’ clientele, ensuring that our clients experience only the best every visit.
• Help to maximize the shop's financial potential.
• Understand and assist with optimizing your shop's P&L.
• Work with Studio Manager to resolve employee relations and customer issues ensuring the company is protected against liability with a mindfulness of studio morale and culture.
• Perform daily and weekly inventory, and maintain ordering levels.
• Perform weekly reports on studio effectiveness and efficiency - including pulling and distributing weekly stylist reports.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Staff retention
• Uphold a polished, professional appearance at all times to reflect the luxury brand standards of Pressed Roots and create an elevated client experience.

Skills

Team Leadership

Operations Background

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Staff Scheduling

Sales Growth

DC Cosmetology License (DC)

Tools

Reservation system

Job description

Pressed Roots is seeking an Assistant Studio Manager to join our luxury blow-out bar specializing in textured hair in Washington, DC. You will support the Studio Manager, mentor stylists and front desk staff, and ensure smooth shop flow and client experience.

You will also gain exposure to franchise development, lead daily operations, and help drive sales while maintaining Pressed Roots standards and culture. This role is full-time and on-site at our DC location.