Licensed Assistant Salon Manager

Sport Clips Haircuts; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay + tips + commission

Performance bonuses & incentives

Management training & leadership development

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits & PTO

Rapid career growth opportunities

Supportive, team-oriented culture

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Waterloo, Iowa is looking for a motivated Assistant Salon Manager to support the daily operations and lead a high-performing team. In this role, you will be in charge of delivering excellent service while developing and coaching your team.

The ideal candidate will have an active Cosmetology or Barber License and some leadership experience. We offer competitive pay, performance bonuses, and the chance for rapid career growth in a fun, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Active Cosmetology or Barber License required.
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Strong skills in men’s haircuts, fades, and grooming.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Results-driven with a passion for growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and team leadership.
• Deliver and coach the Sport Clips MVP experience.
• Help recruit, train, and retain top talent.
• Drive sales performance, productivity, and client satisfaction.
• Maintain a positive, professional salon environment.
• Step in as manager-on-duty when needed.

Skills

Men's haircuts, fades, and grooming

Communication skills

Team-building skills

Results-driven attitude

Education

Cosmetology or Barber License (Iowa)

Job description

Step Into Leadership with Sport Clips!

Ready to take your cosmetology or barber career to the next level? Sport Clips in Waterloo, Iowa is hiring a motivated Assistant Salon Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about leading a high‑performing team.

This is your opportunity to combine your technical skills and leadership abilities while earning competitive pay, bonuses, and career advancement opportunities in a fun, team‑driven salon.

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay + tips + commission
• Performance bonuses & incentives
• Management training & leadership development
• Flexible scheduling (full‑time stability)
• Health benefits & PTO
• Rapid career growth opportunities (Salon Manager, Area Leader)
• Established clientele – no booth rent
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture

Your Role as Assistant Manager

• Support the Salon Manager in daily operations and team leadership
• Deliver and coach the Sport Clips MVP experience
• Help recruit, train, and retain top talent
• Drive sales performance, productivity, and client satisfaction
• Maintain a positive, professional salon environment
• Step in as manager‑on‑duty when needed

Qualifications

• Active Cosmetology or Barber License (Iowa)
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred
• Strong skills in men’s haircuts, fades, and grooming
• Excellent communication and team‑building skills
• Results‑driven with a passion for growth and development

Why Choose Sport Clips?

• Leader in men’s and boys’ haircuts
• Built‑in clientele = consistent income & busy schedules
• Proven career path into upper management roles
• A fun, energetic workplace where your leadership matters

Location

Sport Clips – Waterloo, IA

2027 Crossroads Blvd

Waterloo, IA 50702

Take the next step in your career and become a leader in a growing, high‑energy salon environment. Apply now and start building your management career with Sport Clips!