Lead Stylist

Sharkeyscutsforkids; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid lunch breaks

Voluntary benefits (Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)

Training & development

Employee discounts

401(k)

Job summary

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids in White Bear Lake, MN is seeking a Lead Stylist/Cosmetologist/Barber who will provide stylish haircuts for kids and ensure a fun, engaging experience. Candidates should have an active cosmetology or barber license and be available on weekends.

The position offers a pay rate of $35–$45/hour, with additional benefits including a signing bonus of up to $1000, flexible scheduling, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Cosmetology or Barber license.
• Availability for every other weekend (or more per your availability).
• Talented and reliable stylists are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide stylish haircuts for kids and families.
• Create a fun, positive experience for every child.
• Lead the team by example.
• Help oversee daily operations.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Mentoring ability

Customer service skills

Education

Active Cosmetology or Barber license

Job description

Lead Stylist / Cosmetologist / Barber – Sharkey's Cuts for Kids (White Bear Lake, MN)

Earn $35–$45/hour (Hourly + Tips + Commission)

$1000 signing bonus for Full‑Time

Our Promise

• We Empower our leaders
• We respect your scheduling needs
• Get tips immediately
• Fun environment

Compensation & Perks

• Earn $35–$45/hour (hourly + tips + commission)
• Tips paid same day (Tippy)
• Retail commission
• Signing bonus available (up to $1000!)
• Paid lunch breaks
• Voluntary benefits (Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
• Flexible scheduling
• Family‑friendly hours (no late nights)
• Closed on major holidays (including Mother's Day)
• Paid training and ongoing development
• Employee discounts
• Supportive, team‑oriented environment

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• 401(k)
• Opportunity for advancement
• Signing bonus

Job Functions Include

• Provide stylish haircuts for kids and families
• Create a fun, positive experience for every child
• Strong technical skills with ability to mentor
• Lead the team (by example)
• Promote Sharkey's to new customers and potential new team members
• Help oversee daily operations
• Professional appearance
• Ability to prevent and handle customer complaints with grace

Qualifications

Must have an active Cosmetology or Barber license. Availability for every other weekend (or more per your availability).

We’re looking for talented, reliable stylists who want to be part of a fun, supportive team – not just another salon job.

Location

Located in Birch Lake Square on Hwy 96, our salon is a high‑energy, fun space where kids get their haircut while playing Xbox, watching movies, and sitting in their favorite car.

Why Join Sharkey’s?

We are a locally owned, family‑run business actively growing in Minnesota. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to:

• Grow into lead stylist or assistant manager roles
• Be part of opening additional locations
• Help build a strong, positive team culture from the ground up
• Gain stability, growth, and a great work environment