Coming Soon! Washington DC, Studio Manager

Glowbar Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $13,000 annual bonus potential

2% annual compensation increase

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

80 hours of vacation

6 Paid holidays

DailyPay access

Disability and life insurance

EAP with mental wellness support

Commuter benefits

Free Glowbar membership

Guest passes

25% employee discount

$150 referral bonuses

$15 product credit for referrals

Job summary

Glowbar Inc. is seeking a Studio Manager in Washington, DC. You will be the CEO of the location, accountable for the team, client experience, and business results. Lead culture, growth, and operational standards to build a thriving studio.

The role emphasizes people-first leadership, performance-driven culture, and balance between client service and financial performance in a fast-paced beauty environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive people management experience in a fast-paced service-based industry.
• Proven operational and financial success, including driving studio margins, disciplined expense management, and business growth.
• Exceptional leadership presence with ability to hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Management style balances accountability with empathy, creating a positive and performance-driven culture.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills fostering trust, clarity, and collaboration.
• Strategic problem-solver who thrives under pressure and can manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible availability, including weekends.
• Full-Time: 7-day open availability, including both weekend days.

Responsibilities

• Own the front desk as a hospitality guru for two full shifts per week plus daily lunch break coverage, staying close to the client experience and leading by example
• Stay close to the numbers - analyzing weekly and monthly performance data to spot trends, close gaps, and unlock opportunities in membership and product sales growth
• Recruit, interview, and build a team that reflects Glowbar’s values and standards
• Build your team from day one: onboarding and training new members, conducting performance shadows across all roles, and developing them through bi-weekly 1:1s, scorecard reviews, and ongoing feedback
• Keep a pulse on team morale and proactively address friction before it becomes a problem to create a studio culture so strong that retention speaks for itself
• Manage studio labor and expenses with an owner’s mindset, protecting profitability
• Champion the Glowbar brand in your market by building relationships with local businesses to drive partnerships and lead generation
• Ensure all studio compliance standards (safety, cleanliness, and brand) are met without exception

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Flexibility

Job description

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Coming Soon! Washington DC, Studio Manager

Management Washington, DC, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1047

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Join the Glowbar Team:

Glowbar is reinventing the facial with custom, 30-minute treatments led by expert estheticians, designed to deliver results. Since launching in NYC in 2019, we’ve grown fast, with locations across the Northeast and more on the way.

The Studio Manager is the CEO of their Glowbar location, fully accountable for the team, the client experience, and the business results. You're not just managing a studio; you're building a culture, driving growth, and setting the standard that everyone around you rises to meet. If you're a people-first leader who gets energized by both the human side and the business side of running a great studio, this is the role you've been working toward.

What You’ll Do:

You’ll be across everything - the numbers, the team, and the community. Every day, you'll:

Own the front desk as a hospitality guru for two full shifts per week plus daily lunch break coverage, staying close to the client experience and leading by example

Stay close to the numbers - analyzing weekly and monthly performance data to spot trends, close gaps, and unlock opportunities in membership and product sales growth

Recruit, interview, and build a team that reflects Glowbar’s values and standards

Build your team from day one: onboarding and training new members, conducting performance shadows across all roles, and developing them through bi-weekly 1:1s, scorecard reviews, and ongoing feedback

Keep a pulse on team morale and proactively address friction before it becomes a problem to create a studio culture so strong that retention speaks for itself

Manage studio labor and expenses with an owner’s mindset, protecting profitability

Champion the Glowbar brand in your market by building relationships with local businesses to drive partnerships and lead generation

Ensure all studio compliance standards (safety, cleanliness, and brand) are met without exception

Who We’re Looking For:

3+ years of progressive people management experience in a fast-paced, service-based industry (restaurant, hotel, salon/spa, or comparable)

Proven track record of operational and financial success, including driving studio-level margins, disciplined expense management, and overall business growth

Exceptional leadership presence with demonstrated ability to hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams that consistently exceed goals

A management style that balances accountability with empathy, creating a culture that is both positive and performance-driven

Superior communication and interpersonal skills that foster trust, clarity, and collaboration across employees and clients alike

A strategic problem-solver who thrives under pressure and maintains professionalism while managing multiple priorities

Flexible availability, including weekends (we're busiest when clients have time to glow)

Full-Time: 7-day open availability, including both weekend days

Enthusiasm for beauty, skincare, and a fast-paced, service-driven environment

Your Glow Package (Compensation & Benefits):

Up to $13,000 in annual bonus potential tied to studio revenue, gross margin performance, and member count

2% annual compensation increase eligibility

Medical, dental, and vision insurance largely covered by Glowbar

80 hours of vacation + paid sick leave

6 Paid holidays

DailyPay - access part of your paycheck before payday at no cost

Disability, accident, critical illness, and life insurance coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental wellness support

Commuter benefits to help save on transit and parking

Free annual Glowbar membership ($780 value) and two annual guest passes ($170 value)

25% employee discount off skincare products

$150 employee referral bonuses for bringing great people to the team

$15 product credit for every first-time client you refer

Working Conditions:

Our studios are energetic, on-your-feet environments. You should be comfortable with:

Standing, walking, and moving throughout your full shift

Bending, reaching, and lifting up to 15 lbs (supplies, laundry, merchandise)

Stairs, varying temperatures, and the occasional humidity of a laundry room

Evening, weekend, and holiday availability to meet client demand

We're the DOPEST - and we mean it. Join us, and let your career truly glow!