Hair Stylist

Sport Clips; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company focused on providing exceptional hair care services. As a Stylist, you will be the face of the brand, delivering a Championship Experience to clients while showcasing your skills in hair cutting and styling. This role emphasizes both technical expertise and outstanding customer service, ensuring every client feels valued and satisfied. Engage in ongoing education and community events to enhance your skills and foster brand awareness. If you are passionate about hair care and enjoy making a positive impact on clients' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Maintain a valid cosmetology/barber license and meet state requirements.
• Preferred training or certification from a hair styling or cosmetology school.

Responsibilities

• Execute hair cutting and styling techniques while ensuring client satisfaction.
• Maintain sanitary conditions and manage tools effectively.

Skills

Barbering skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Cosmetology/Barber License

Tools

Barbering tools

Computer and POS systems

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Stylist reports to the Store Manager and is the Team Member with whom Clients will spend most of their time while visiting a Sport Clips store. Our Client’s perceptions of our and their experience will rest almost completely on the knowledge, skill, and attitude displayed by our Stylists.

Stylist Duties:

1. Executes all aspects of the All Star Hair Cutting System, as well as a variety of styling techniques.
2. Follows the 5-Point Play to deliver a Championship Experience to every Client.
3. Cuts hair using tools of the trade with responsibility for the safekeeping of tools and equipment.
4. Cleans and sterilizes combs, brushes, and other equipment following manufacturer’s requirements; sharpens barber tools; and follows SCI procedures to maintain sanitary conditions in the store.
5. Escorts Clients from Reception area to Stylist chair.
6. Recommends Sport Clips services and products to Clients.
7. Attends Pep Rallies (Team meetings) and educational events.
8. Provides support to the Sport Clips Management/Coaching Teams.
9. Performs consultation in order to decide what services the Client needs.
10. Provides services to Clients such as shampooing, cutting, and styling as desired.
11. Emphasizes product benefits and assists Clients in the selection of retail products or services for their hair care needs.
12. Maintains a consistent relationship with Client base in order to ensure return Client visits.
13. Proactively develops new Clients.
14. Attends and participates in continuing education and training in order to follow new trends and techniques.
15. Attends and participates in community events to foster goodwill and brand awareness.

Administrative Duties:

1. Performs Coordinator duties at the Reception desk, when necessary.
2. Operates the computer and Sport Clips point of sale programs efficiently and productively.

Supervision:

Performs job functions with minimum supervision.

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of the methods and equipment used in cutting and styling hair.
2. Knowledge of the sanitary practices and safety precautions necessary to the work.
3. Knowledge of the professional products offered at Sport Clips.
4. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing Client and personal services, including Client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating Client satisfaction.
5. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and grammar.

Skills/Qualifications:

1. Skill in the use of barbering or cosmetology tools and equipment.
2. Thorough knowledge of hair styles, hair care products, and related procedures.
3. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
4. Physical mobility, able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
5. Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
6. Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
7. Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
8. Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Abilities:

1. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
2. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
3. Ability to communicate effectively.
4. Ability to maintain favorable public relations.
5. Ability to keep tools sterile and in good working order.

Licenses:

Maintain cosmetology/barber license and state requirements.

Physical Requirements:

1. Standing for long periods of time.
2. Bending, stooping, twisting, leaning forward.
3. Hands frequently exposed to water.

Job Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or GED preferred.
2. Cash handling experience preferred.
3. Computer experience helpful.
4. Holds valid license issued by the state of residency.
5. Preferred 1 year of experience.
6. Preferred training or certification from hair styling or cosmetology school.
7. English fluency required.