Licensed Assistant Salon Manager

Sport Clips Haircuts; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time OFF

Employer-paid mental health support

Flexible scheduling

Paid leadership and technical training

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Wayne, NJ, is looking for an Assistant Salon Manager to oversee daily salon operations and lead a high-performing team. This position is ideal for a licensed hair stylist, barber, or cosmetologist who wants to advance their leadership career while continuing to cut hair.

The role includes responsibilities such as coaching team members, managing salon standards, and ensuring an exceptional client experience. Enjoy benefits like flexible scheduling, paid time off, and employer-paid mental health support.

Qualifications

• Experience as a hair stylist or barber with a preference for men's cutting.
• Passion for customer service and team development.
• Previous salon leadership or team lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support salon leadership with daily operations and team coordination.
• Coach and develop stylists to deliver a consistent MVP client experience.
• Provide high-quality men's haircuts and grooming services.

Skills

Team coordination

Customer service

Men's hair cutting

Education

Active NJ Cosmetology or Barber License

Job description

NJ (New Jersey) Cosmetology License Required

Sport Clips Haircuts of Wayne 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.

• $28–$36 hourly earnings, including tips, commission, and performance bonuses
• Instant clientele—no need to build your own book
• Paid Time OFF! Paid Holidays! Closed Mother’s Day!
• Employer-paid mental health support
• Paid leadership, technical, and business training
• Flexible scheduling with a strong work-life balance
• Clear career paths with advancement opportunities within Sport Clips

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 NJ (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: 908 Hamburg Turnpike
Wayne, NJ 07470