Elite Stylist

ULTA Beauty; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading beauty company as an Elite Stylist, where you'll engage with guests to provide exceptional hair care services. You'll perform a range of styling techniques, maintain guest relationships, and contribute to store sales. This role requires a passion for beauty, strong communication skills, and a valid cosmetology license. Enjoy a flexible schedule and the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hair services including cuts, color, and styling.
• Achieve weekly sales goals of $1900 on average.
• Develop strong guest relationships through consultations.

Skills

Proficiency in salon techniques

Communication

Customer relationship management

Education

Cosmetology license

Job description

We consider applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

OVERVIEW

Experience a perfect blend of deliberate purpose and clear-eyed vision. At Ulta Beauty, industry-leading beauty professionals share their expertise and build authentic communities, creating a real sense of belonging while pursuing innovative strategies to revolutionize the industry.

Enjoy robust organizational support, increasing investment, and opportunities for personal growth within a stable and strong company.

Join us as we shape the future of beauty services and be part of this transformation.

GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE

The Elite Stylist engages with guests, consulting on hair care needs, recommending products and services, and delivering quality professional services focused on the guest’s overall look. They support the Experience Manager (EM) and Assistant Services Manager (ASM) and focus on performance, people, and process, requiring a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional guest service, and strong product knowledge communication skills.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Elite Stylist embodies Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values through the following duties and responsibilities:

Performance

• Perform hair services such as design, cuts, color, treatments, styling, updos, perms, blowouts, keratin treatments, extensions, makeup applications, and ear piercing (where applicable).
• Achieve or exceed weekly sales goals of $1900 on average, contributing to store sales, guest loyalty, and retail shrink reduction.
• Conduct product demonstrations to enhance sales and guest experience.
• Support in-store events, promotions, and marketing initiatives to provide an exceptional guest experience.
• Stay informed on industry trends, products, and services, and communicate their benefits effectively to guests.
• Maintain consistent attendance.

People

• Develop strong guest relationships through consultations and tailored recommendations.
• Serve all guests efficiently, including walk-ins.
• Collaborate with skin therapists and retail teams for a comprehensive guest experience.
• Build professional relationships with peers and brand partners to enhance service delivery.
• Promote the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app.
• Participate in mandatory training and meetings for ongoing professional development.

Process

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols, adhering to state guidelines.
• Follow established service protocols for consistency and quality.
• Use booking and client management systems effectively.
• Communicate supply needs to the EM to ensure guest readiness.
• Maintain cleanliness and operational standards in the salon and store areas.
• Adhere to the dress code and loss prevention practices.
• Perform other operational tasks as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Cosmetology license required.

Experience

• Relevant prior work experience required.

Skills

• Proficiency in the latest salon techniques across various services and the ability to develop skills in all categories.
• Knowledge of equipment and chemicals used in technical services.
• Ability to demonstrate, recommend, and sell professional hair care and makeup products.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Capacity to build and maintain customer relationships and clientele.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mobility and physical activity during shifts, including lifting up to 10 lbs, bending, reaching, twisting, and standing for long periods.

If an associate has a disability preventing them from performing essential functions, the Company will engage in an interactive process to determine reasonable accommodations.