Hair Stylist Assistant

Park Hyatt New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Rossano Ferretti's New York salon is seeking a Hair Stylist Assistant who is passionate about cutting, styling, and coloring. You will collaborate with colorists and stylists, support client services, and help maintain a pristine, high-end environment.

The ideal candidate pays attention to detail, stays current with hair trends, and treats clients with courtesy and respect. This role offers growth in a luxury salon and opportunities to build lasting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Cosmetology training or license required by local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist stylists with shampooing, color services, blow-drying, and prep of extensions.
• Prepare clients for services by greeting, draping, and setting up the stylist's tray.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and salon spaces throughout the day.
• Restock supplies and help manage inventory.
• Uphold health and safety standards and professional appearance.
• Engage with guests professionally and upsell products when appropriate.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Cosmetology license

Job description

Hair Stylist Assistant at Rossano Ferretti

Job Description

Our hair salon is looking for a Hair Stylist Assistant who has a passion for skilled cutting, styling, and hair coloring.

The right candidate will collaborate closely with colorists and stylists, providing essential support to client services, ensuring the salon's cleanliness, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

Furthermore, the ideal candidate will pay close attention to detail in assisting our stylists and have an understanding of the latest hair styles. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about hair care and always treats customers with courtesy and respect.

Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all clients' needs are met and their overall satisfaction is high.
• Interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Present a clean, neat, and professional appearance in compliance with company policy.
• Be familiar with health and safety regulations.
• Understand the principles of hair care.
• Prepare clients for color services by base-lining their hairline, brushing their hair out, draping them in a towel, greeting them, securing their purses in a protective bag, and setting up the stylist's tray.
• Assist stylists with client services, encompassing shampooing, color services, blow-drying, removal of extensions, and preparation of hair extensions and tools.
• Prepare workstations and maintain cleanliness and preparedness.
• Ensure the salon space is immaculate and organized.
• Assist in managing inventory and restocking supplies.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of all products and services offered at the salon, including the Rossano Ferretti brand.
• Engage in retail activities and upsell products/services to guests.
• Cultivate, maintain, and build client relationships, while providing consistent, high-quality, exceptional service.
• When not assisting a client at the sink, be present in the stylist's workspace to facilitate smooth communication and minimize interruptions.
• Adhere to any additional tasks assigned by the stylists to maintain a seamless, high-end, and professional day.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions.

Qualifications

Cosmetology training, experience, or a relevant license/permit as required by local regulations.