Licensed Salon Manager: Lead Team & MVP Haircuts

Sport Clips, Inc.; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance available

Free mental health benefit

Flexible scheduling

Career growth into multi-unit roles

Paid ongoing training

Team-oriented salon culture

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts of Wayne 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 for a consistent, high-quality customer experience.

Salary ranges from $35 to $45 per hour, including tips and performance bonuses. A Manager-in-Training program is available for licensed stylists not yet ready to manage a salon.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey cosmetology or barber license.
• Management or supervisory experience in salon/spa/retail/store environments.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate a team while delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily salon operations including scheduling, inventory, and POS to ensure a legendary client experience.
• Hire, coach, and onboard stylists and foster teamwork and accountability.
• Oversee product ordering, inventory, and merchandising to support profitability and brand standards.
• Set service standards by providing hands-on haircuts and managing customer concerns while maintaining a clean, professional environment.
• Support payroll and administrative tasks while ensuring licensing, safety, and company policies are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Scheduling

Inventory management

Team coaching

Education

New Jersey cosmetology license

Barber license

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts of Wayne 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 for a consistent, high-quality customer experience.

Salary ranges from $35 to $45 per hour, including tips and performance bonuses. A Manager-in-Training program is available for licensed stylists not yet ready to manage a salon.