Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips Haircuts; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee Discounts

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing industry-leading training

Supportive salon culture

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts of Durham, NC is seeking a Salon Manager to lead its high-performing team. Candidates should be licensed cosmetologists equipped to manage salon operations and deliver a quality customer experience.

The position entails overseeing daily operations, supporting stylists, and cultivating a positive salon culture. Managers typically earn between $60k to $90k annually including tips and bonuses, alongside numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily salon operations—scheduling, inventory, and POS.
• Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising.
• Hire, coach, and onboard stylists while fostering teamwork.
• Champion exceptional customer service and resolve concerns.
• Support payroll and administrative needs while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Management experience

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts of Durham, NC is hiring a Salon Manager to lead a high-performing men’s and boys’ hair salon. This role is ideal for a licensed cosmetologist who enjoys coaching teams, managing salon operations, and delivering a consistent, high-quality customer experience.

As Salon Manager, you will oversee daily operations, support and develop stylists, and create a positive, team-focused salon culture while running the business with integrity and confidence.

Managers typically earn $60k-90k annual salary, including tips and performance bonuses.

Not Quite Ready for a Manager role? We offer a comprehensive Manager-in-Training program. Licensed stylists who are not yet ready for a Salon Manager role can apply to our Manager-in-Training program, which provides hands-on leadership development in scheduling, inventory, customer service, and salon operations. We’re always looking for future leaders who want to grow with us.

What a Salon Manager does at Sport Clips:

• Lead with Ownership: Manage daily salon operations—scheduling, inventory, and POS—to deliver a consistent, legendary client experience.
• Run It Like a Business: Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising to support profitability and brand standards.
• Build a Winning Team: Hire, coach, and onboard stylists while fostering teamwork, accountability, and growth.
• Set the Service Standard: Champion exceptional customer service, resolve concerns, and maintain a clean, professional environment.
• Operate with Integrity: Support payroll and administrative needs while ensuring full compliance with licensing, safety, and company policies.

Why work as a Salon Manager at Sport Clips:

• Instant walk-in clientele
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time and part-time employees
• 401(k)
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Career growth into multi-unit and leadership roles
• Paid, ongoing industry-leading training
• Supportive, fun, team-oriented salon culture
• Nationally recognized for career growth, diversity, and leadership

Qualifications:

• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment

Apply today to join Sport Clips Haircuts of Durham and grow your salon management career with us.