Hair Stylist

Great Clips; West Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed clientele

Paid training

Incentives

Salon technology

Job summary

Great Clips in Falls Church, VA is hiring stylists who can work afternoon/evening shifts and weekends. You’ll join a locally owned salon with guaranteed clientele, strong pay, ongoing training, and incentives.

Stylists earn about $25–$30 per hour including base wage, incentives, retail bonuses, and tips, with a focus on great haircuts and customer care. Expect a team environment, modern salon technology, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Cosmetology or Barber License (state/province varies).
• Demonstrates a passion for haircutting and helping customers look and feel their best.
• Ability to listen, provide excellent customer service, and contribute to a positive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver great haircuts and grooming services to clients.
• Provide friendly, attentive customer service and build connections with guests.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a clean, efficient salon environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Player

Haircutting

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.

Come join our amazing team of stylists at our salon located in Falls Church, VA! We are looking for stylists who can work afternoon and evening shifts and/or weekends. Want to be one of the greats? Our stylists have guaranteed clientele, are rewarded great pay, paid on-going training, and many more incentives. Our stylists are estimated to earn about $25-$30 (including Base Wage, Incentives, retail bonuses, & tips) while achieving a work-life balance and opportunities for career advancement. What are you waiting for?

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.

FAQ

• Q: How do I apply for this job?

A: It’s easy to apply. Submit your application online, and a salon owner of your local Great Clips salon will review it and follow up with next steps. Each salon is independently owned, so timelines may vary.

• Q: Do I need a license to work at Great Clips?

A: Yes. You’ll need a valid Cosmetology or Barber License. Licensing requirements vary by state or province.

• Q: Do I need to bring my own clientele?

A: No. Great Clips salons provide a steady flow of customers, so you can focus on doing great hair without self‑marketing or building a client list.

• Q: Do Great Clips salons offer color services?

A: No, Great Clips salons focus on haircutting. This allows stylists to work efficiently, build strong technical skills, and enjoy consistent, predictable days.

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 #: 2025-47281