Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Instant walk-in clientele

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible scheduling

Career growth into multi-unit and lead

Ongoing training

Supportive salon culture

National career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Salon Manager to lead a high-performing men's salon. This role suits a licensed cosmetologist or barber who enjoys coaching teams, running daily operations, and delivering a top-notch client experience.

You will oversee scheduling, inventory, payroll support, and compliance while fostering a positive, team-focused culture and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed cosmetologist or barber in AR with active license.
• Proven leadership and team-management abilities.
• Strong customer-service orientation and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily salon operations, scheduling, inventory, and POS.
• Hire, coach, and develop stylists while driving teamwork.
• Manage merchandising and product ordering to support profitability.
• Uphold service standards; resolve client concerns and maintain cleanliness.
• Support payroll and administrative tasks while ensuring licensing compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Team coaching

Education

Cosmetology license (AR)

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts in Fort Smithis hiring a Salon Manager to lead a high-performing men’s and boys’ hair salon. This role is ideal for a licensed cosmetologist or barber 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 confidence and integrity.

Managers typically earn $66,000-$92,000 per year, including hourly pay, tips, and performance bonuses.

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.


• Build a Winning Team: Hire, coach, and onboard stylists while fostering teamwork, accountability, and growth.


• Run It Like a Business: Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising to support profitability and brand standards.


• 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

• Paid time off


• Instant walk-in clientele


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• 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

Salon Manager requirements

• Active AR cosmetology or barber license


• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management


• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment


• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Location Information:

4115 Phoenix Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72903