Licensed Salon Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k)

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Ongoing training

Team-oriented culture

Heart of a Champion rewards

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Matthews, NC is hiring a Store Leader to coach a high-performing men’s salon and deliver a consistent, premium customer experience. Licensed cosmetologists or barbers with leadership experience are encouraged to apply, with a path through a Manager-in-Training program for rising leaders.

Join a large team across the Charlotte region and help drive profitability, inventory control, and a top-tier client experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina cosmetology license or barber license.
• Management experience in salon, spa, retail, or store setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment.
• Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily salon operations: scheduling, inventory, and POS to deliver a legendary client experience.
• Hire, coach, and onboard stylists while fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising to support profitability and brand standards.
• Set the service standard and resolve customer concerns while maintaining a clean, professional environment.
• Support payroll and administrative needs while ensuring licensing, safety, and company policy compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Education

Cosmetology license (NC)

Barber license (NC)

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts in Matthews (across from Publix within McKee Farms at Weddington Road and I-485) 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 on-board 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:

3335 Siskey Parkway
Matthews, NC 28105