Assistant Stylist: Learn & Grow Toward Master Stylist

Ulta; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulta Beauty in McHenry, IL seeks an Assistant Stylist to engage guests, consult on hair care needs, and recommend products and services. This temporary position prepares talent for a stylist role, under mentorship for the first three months, with a focus on guest experience, productivity, and product knowledge.

After month three, the assistant will begin offering hair services and continue assisting while learning demanding technical skills, safety standards, and client relationships to support

Qualifications

• Cosmetology license is required.
• Basic understanding of salon techniques for haircutting, color, styling, and makeup.

Responsibilities

• Engage with guests, consult on hair care needs, and recommend products/services.
• Support and mentor under a Senior Stylist for first 3 months.
• After month 3, perform hair services and assist with hair design, color, and styling.
• Demonstrate products to drive sales and guest experience.
• Assist in in-store events and promotions.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and compliance with state guidelines.
• Keep operations clean and organized.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Guest consultations

Retail knowledge

Hair care knowledge

Ability to learn

Attention to detail

Education

Cosmetology license

Job description

Ulta Beauty in McHenry, IL seeks an Assistant Stylist to engage guests, consult on hair care needs, and recommend products and services. This temporary position prepares talent for a stylist role, under mentorship for the first three months, with a focus on guest experience, productivity, and product knowledge.

After month three, the assistant will begin offering hair services and continue assisting while learning demanding technical skills, safety standards, and client relationships to support