Licensed Salon Manager

Sport Clips, Inc.; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation time (2 weeks)

Medical insurance available

Dental insurance available

Vision insurance available

401(k) plan after 60 days

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Ongoing training

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts of Mt. Prospect is seeking a Salon Manager to lead a high-performing men’s and boys’ hair salon.

The role suits a licensed cosmetologist or barber who enjoys hair cutting, coaching teams, and managing salon operations to deliver a consistent, high-quality guest experience. You will oversee daily operations, support stylists, and cultivate a positive, team-focused culture while running the business with integrity.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois cosmetology or barber license is required.
• Previous salon management experience preferred.
• Passion for delivering exceptional haircuts and guest experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced salon setting and adapt schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily salon operations including scheduling, inventory, and POS.
• Hire, coach, onboard stylists and foster teamwork and accountability.
• Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising for profitability.
• Set service standards and provide hands-on guidance with haircuts.
• Ensure licensing, safety and company policies are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team building

Sales skills

Education

Illinois cosmetology license

Barber license (IL)

Tools

POS system

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts of Mt. Prospect is 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 hair cutting, 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 $38-$42 per hour, including hourly pay, tips, and performance bonuses.

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 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: Provide exceptional MVP haircuts, lead by example giving hands-on service to customers, 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 holidays and 2 weeks paid vacation
• Instant walk-in clientele
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) available after 60 days
• 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 Illinois cosmetology license or barber license
• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management
• Love for providing exceptional haircuts to clients
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Location Information:

110 E. Kensington.
Mt Prospect, IL 60056