Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips, Inc.; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical insurance

401(k)

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Ongoing training

Team-oriented culture

Heart of a Champion rewards

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Store Leader (Salon Manager) to guide a high-performing men’s and boys’ salon. Licensed cosmetologist or barber preferred, with coaching, operations, and customer-experience focus.

Join a large regional team with competitive hourly pay, tips, and performance incentives. Manager-in-Training programs available for growth into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Active NORTH CAROLINA cosmetology license 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts in Gastonia (on E. Franklin Blvd near Target) is hiring a Store Leader (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.

Join the largest hair salon team in the Charlotte region — Team Bailey operates 14 Sport Clips locations across Charlotte, Matthews, Wesley Chapel, Indian Trail, Gastonia, Belmont, Concord, Kannapolis, and Harrisburg.

Managers typically earn $35–$40+ per hour, including hourly pay, tips, and performance commission.

Not Quite Ready for a Manager role? We've got you covered. 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 Store Leader 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 Store Leader at Sport Clips

• Up to 3 weeks PAID VACATION + sick pay + anniversary bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 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
• Recognition through our Heart of a Champion program and team rewards

Store Leader requirements

• Active NORTH CAROLINA cosmetology license 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:

2230 East Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC 28054