Hair Stylist

Great Clips; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Great Clips in Newark, NJ is hiring talented hairstylists. Earn $25–$40 per hour, including tips, with flexible scheduling and ongoing training. No self-marketing to find clients—great clip brand support and marketing drive a steady flow of customers.

Join a locally owned salon team, enjoy career growth, and be part of a positive, team-focused environment with opportunities for advancement and inclusive benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Cosmetology or Barber License (state-specific requirements).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Team-oriented attitude and ability to collaborate with others.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Cosmetology or Barber License

Job description

Join a locally owned Great Clips® salon team and enjoy a rewarding career doing what you love! Whether you’re an experienced stylist or a recent graduate, we’re excited to meet you.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO AND WHERE YOU WORK! Join our growing Great Clips family with 22 salons across NJ, DE, and PA! We’re looking for talented, motivated hairstylists who enjoy working in a positive, supportive, and team-focused environment. Whether you’re an experienced stylist or just starting your career, we offer ongoing training, flexible scheduling, opportunities for advancement, and a team that values your success. Our stylists earn $25–$40 per hour, including tips and incentives. Come grow your career with us!

Why you’ll love it here

Great Clips salons give you everything you need to succeed:

• Great, reliable hourly wage plus tips
• Flexible scheduling with dependable retail hours
• Job stability and a steady flow of customers driven by the marketing of the largest hair salon brand in the world — no self-marketing to find clients, booth rent or hidden fees, and no appointments required
• Skill training, one-on-one technical coaching, and ongoing development through Great Clips University (GCU)
• Exclusive discounts on professional salon tools and products
• Potential for promotions to management, career growth and development opportunities, and recognition for great performance
• Innovative salon technology — like Online Check-In and the Great Clips App — that helps take care of the busy work so you can focus on what you love most: delivering great haircuts
• A team environment where stylists help each other succeed
• Consistent income you can count on — without upselling pressure, commission stress or competition for walk-ins

Employee offerings like medical benefits and paid time off (PTO) may be available at certain locations.

What you bring to the team

To join the Great Clips salon team as a stylist or barber, you’ll need:

• A valid Cosmetology or Barber License (requirements vary by state/province)
• A passion for haircutting and helping customers look and feel their best
• A desire to listen and make a difference through excellent customer service and genuine connections
• A team-oriented attitude and desire to contribute to a great team culture

Who we are

As the world’s largest salon brand, with over 4,400 locally owned and operated salons across the U.S. and Canada, Great Clips combines strong brand recognition, marketing, and support with a close-knit, team-oriented culture. We’re passionate about cutting hair and providing great value for the whole family. Talented teams of skilled professionals, along with convenient hours and a great haircut experience, set us apart in our communities.

All Great Clips® salons are independently owned and operated by third-party franchisees. Franchisees, not Great Clips, Inc., are responsible for all hiring and personnel matters at their individual salons.

Job Ref #: 2025-33107