Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Anniversary bonus

Performance raises

Incentive pay

Referral bonus

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Tool purchase program

Employee discounts

Relief Fund

Free parking

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a licensed cosmetologist with leadership potential to join our management team. This role offers a hands-on path from licensing to Salon Manager, with a supportive local franchise group.

You’ll lead busy salon operations, coach stylists, and drive performance while earning a minimum of $65,000 in annual compensation with bonuses and incentives. In-person work and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio cosmetology license.
• Leadership or management experience preferred (Manager-in-Training eligible).
• Strong communication, coaching and customer service skills.
• Dependable, organized and able to hold others accountable.
• Ability to lead in a busy, fast-paced salon environment.
• Flexible scheduling based on salon needs.
• Genuine interest in helping stylists learn and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily salon operations and build a positive team culture.
• Coach, develop and motivate stylists to reach goals.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, product ordering and salon organization.
• Maintain high standards for client service, cleanliness and brand execution.
• Resolve client and team member concerns professionally.
• Drive salon performance through strong leadership and follow-through.
• Ensure licensing, safety and company policy compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Ohio Cosmetology License

Job description

Salon Manager – Licensed Cosmetologist

Sport Clips Haircuts in Dent, OH is seeking a licensed cosmetologist with leadership potential to join our management team.

This is an opportunity to lead a busy salon, develop a talented team, and grow your management career with the support of an established local franchise group. We operate five busy Sport Clips salons in the area, each with a fun, supportive, and team-focused environment.

Management Compensation

• Our Salon Managers earn at least $65,000 in total annual compensation, including hourly pay, tips, commissions, and performance bonuses
• $1,000 full-time management sign-on bonus
• Anniversary bonus program
• Raises based on position and performance
• Additional contests, rewards, and incentive pay
• $250 referral bonus following a successful hire

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily salon operations and create a positive, accountable team culture
• Coach, develop, and motivate stylists to reach their goals
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and team retention
• Manage scheduling, inventory, product ordering, and salon organization
• Maintain high standards for client service, cleanliness, and brand execution
• Resolve client and Team Member concerns professionally
• Help drive salon performance through strong leadership and consistent follow-through
• Ensure compliance with licensing, safety, and company policies

Not Quite Ready to Manage?

We also offer a hands-on Manager-in-Training program for licensed cosmetologists who have leadership potential but are not yet ready to step directly into a Salon Manager position.

Our development program provides practical experience in team coaching, scheduling, inventory, customer service, salon operations, and performance management. You’ll receive support and guidance as you build the skills and confidence needed to lead a successful salon.

Why Join Our Team?

• Busy salon with consistent walk-in clientele
• Five local salons with an experienced support system
• Paid, ongoing leadership and technical training
• Opportunities to grow into multi-unit and additional leadership roles
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
• Paid time off
• Insurance options, including life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance and mental health support programs
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Tool purchase program
• Employee discounts
• Sport Clips Stylist Relief Fund
• Comfortable sports attire
• Free parking
• No chemical services—no colors or perms

What We’re Looking For

• Active Ohio cosmetology license
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred, but not required for Manager-in-Training candidates
• Strong communication, coaching, and customer service skills
• Dependable, organized, and comfortable holding others accountable
• Ability to lead in a busy, fast-paced salon environment
• Flexible availability based on the needs of the salon
• Genuine interest in helping other stylists learn and succeed

Our Dent location is conveniently located between Starbucks and Chipotle.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected Manager Compensation: Minimum of $65,000 annually, including hourly pay, tips, commissions, and applicable bonuses

License/Certification:

• Ohio Cosmetology License required

Work Location: In person

Location Information:

6440 Harrison Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45247