Lead Stylist Bloomingdale & Bolingbrook - IL

Sharkey's Bloomingdale; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Performance Bonus

Competitive Salary

Employee Discounts

Career Advancement

Training & Development

Parental Leave

Signing Bonus

Flexible Schedule

Free Uniforms

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Job summary

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids - Bloomingdale is seeking an experienced Lead Stylist to deliver exceptional haircuts for children and lead a friendly, fast-paced team. You will craft memorable experiences for families and mentor staff to uphold top service standards.

Illinois Cosmetology License is required; we value leadership, strong communication and a customer-first mindset. Flexible schedules and ongoing growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Cosmetology License required.
• Previous salon experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
• Comfortable working with children of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional haircuts and customer service.
• Create a memorable experience for every child and parent.
• Assist with coaching and mentoring team members.
• Help maintain salon standards and cleanliness.
• Support daily operations and guest experience initiatives.
• Lead by example through professionalism, positivity, and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Team-first mindset

Working with kids

Education

Illinois Cosmetology License

Job description

Benefits:

• Referral Bonus
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Parental leave
• Signing bonus
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Join the #1 Kids Salon in the World here in Bloomingdale & Bolingbrook, IL !!

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids is growing and we are looking for an experienced, energetic, and customer-focused Lead Stylist to join our award-winning team. If you love working with children, creating amazing customer experiences, and being part of a fun, fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why Sharkey's?

At Sharkey's, we are not your typical salon. We have built one of the most recognized kids salon brands in the world (ages 0-14) by making haircuts fun for kids and stress-free for parents.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay + tips (tips & commissions paid in real time directly into your bank account)
• Consistent client traffic - We are BUSY!
• Flexible schedules (weekends + weekdays available)
• Career growth opportunities
• Leadership and management development
• Fun, family-friendly work environment
• No chemical services or complicated color work
• FUN work environment and no drama
• Supportive team culture
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity to help shape the future of the Sharkey's brand

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional haircuts and customer service
• Create a memorable experience for every child and parent
• Assist with coaching and mentoring team members
• Help maintain salon standards and cleanliness
• Support daily operations and guest experience initiatives
• Lead by example through professionalism, positivity, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Cosmetology License
• Previous salon experience required
• Leadership experience preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• Comfortable working with children of all ages

Schedule

We are currently hiring for:

• Weekday shifts
• Weekend shifts (must be available for Saturday & Sunday)
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids - Bloomingdale Where Haircuts Are Cool and Fun Rules!

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour (includes tips)

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Corporate.