Hair Salon Assistant

Live By The Sword Salon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $20/hr

401k with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Mentorship from experienced stylists

Job summary

Live By The Sword Salon in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is seeking a Salon Assistant to support stylists and front desk operations in a fast-paced, creative environment. You will handle shampooing, blow-drying, appointment bookings, phone answering, and checkout while providing friendly, professional client service.

Ideal candidates hold a NY Cosmetology license, have salon experience, and bring reliability, strong communication, and teamwork to the role.

Qualifications

• Valid NY Cosmetology License.
• Previous salon assistant experience.
• Experience with salon booking software.
• Confidence in shampooing and blow-drying.
• Comfortable with client-facing and front desk tasks.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and professionalism.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist stylists and support front desk and daily salon operations.

Skills

Cosmetology license

Salon assistant experience

Booking software

Shampooing & blow drying

Front desk duties

Work ethic

Customer service mindset

Job description

Hair Salon Assistant at Live By The Sword Salon

Job Overview

Live By The Sword Salon is looking for a salon assistant to join our busy, creative team in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, right on Bedford Ave and two blocks from the L train.

We’re looking for someone with strong styling and customer service skills who is motivated, reliable, and excited to grow in a fast-paced salon environment. This role is 3-4 days per week and includes assisting our stylists as well as supporting the front desk and overall salon operations.

What We're Looking For

• Valid NY Cosmetology License

• Previous salon assistant experience

• Experience with salon booking software

• Confidence in shampooing and blow drying

• Comfortable with client-facing and front desk responsibilities, including answering phones, booking appointments, and processing checkout

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and professionalism

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication and customer service skills

What We Offer

• Starting at $20 per hour, with performance-based raises + tips

• High-volume salon environment with hands-on daily experience

• Mentorship from an experienced team of stylists

• Exposure to a wide range of hair types and techniques

• Ongoing education and personalized growth plans

• For full-time employees: 401k with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance options, and paid time off