Licensed Assistant Salon Manager

Sport Clips, Inc.; Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Paid vacation

Bonuses

Training and career growth

Wellness support

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Princeton is seeking an Assistant Salon Manager to support daily salon operations, lead a high-performing team, and deliver an exceptional client experience. This leadership role emphasizes coaching stylists, managing scheduling, and upholding brand standards in a busy barbershop environment.

Ideal candidates are experienced licensed hair stylists, barbers, or cosmetologists who want to grow into management while continuing to cut hair.

Qualifications

• Must hold New Jersey Cosmetology or Barber license.
• Experience as a hair stylist or barber (men’s cutting preferred).
• Leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support salon leadership with daily operations and team coordination.
• Coach and develop stylists to deliver a consistent MVP client experience.
• Assist with scheduling, opening/closing duties, and salon standards.
• Provide high-quality men’s haircuts and grooming services.
• Foster a positive, welcoming, and team-focused salon culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Customer service

Scheduling

Haircutting

Education

Cosmetology/Barber license (NJ)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sport Clips Haircuts in Princeton is now hiring an Assistant Salon Manager to support daily salon operations, lead a high-performing team, and deliver an exceptional client experience. This role is perfect for an experienced licensed hair stylist, barber, or cosmetologist ready to grow their leadership career while still doing what they love, cutting hair.

Compensation & Perks

• $30 hourly earnings, including tips, and performance bonuses
• Instant clientele—no need to build your own book
• 401K with generous matching
• Above-average guaranteed base pay plus tips and bonuses
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Upgrade your tools with company sponsored payment plans
• Quarterly shear sharpening for full-time team members
• Access to company-paid robust Wellness and Mental Health support
• No chemical services, just great haircuts
• Paid leadership, technical, and business training
• Flexible scheduling with a strong work-life balance
• Clear career paths with advancement opportunities within Sport Clips
• Family-owned franchise group with over 12 years in business and 5 stores in NJ!

What You’ll Do

• Support salon leadership with daily operations and team coordination
• Coach and develop stylists to deliver a consistent MVP client experience
• Assist with scheduling, opening/closing duties, and salon standards
• Provide high-quality men’s haircuts and grooming services
• Help foster a positive, welcoming, and team-focused salon culture

What We’re Looking For

• Active New Jersey Cosmetology or BarberLicense
• Experience as a hair stylist or barber (men’s cutting preferred)
• Previous salon leadership or team lead experience preferred (but not required)
• Passion for customer service and team development
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Join a locally owned, family-operated Sport Clips salon where your leadership matters, your skills are valued, and your career can grow.

Location Information:

178 East Hanover Ave
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927