Professional Braider

Tory Hammond Unisex Salon Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission or booth rental

Flexible scheduling

Loyal client base

Job summary

Tory Hammond Unisex Salon in New York is seeking a skilled braider to join our team. You’ll handle box braids, knotless, cornrows, and protective styles with precision and pride.

You will advise clients on styles, maintenance, and scalp health; manage appointment timing; and keep your station and tools clean for every client.

We offer commission or booth rental options and flexible scheduling for full-time or part-time work, with a loyal client base already in place.

Qualifications

• Proven braiding experience; NY licensure or natural hair specialist certification where required.
• Steady hands and stamina for multi-hour appointments.
• Portfolio of recent work (Instagram, photos, or in-person consultation).
• Strong time management.
• Calm, welcoming demeanor; clients may sit for hours.
• Willingness to stay current on new techniques and trends.

Responsibilities

• Sectioning and installing a range of braid styles with precision and consistency.
• Advising clients on style options, maintenance, and scalp health based on hair type.
• Managing appointment timing so clients aren't kept waiting longer than necessary.
• Keeping your station and tools sanitized between every client.
• Building repeat clientele, serving walk-in and scheduled clients.

Skills

Braiding

Customer service

Portfolio building

Time management

Calm demeanor

Staying current on techniques

Education

Licensed cosmetologist or natural hair specialist certification (NY)

Job description

Braider at Tory Hammond Unisex Salon

Job Description

We're looking for a skilled, detail-oriented braider to join our team. Whether it's box braids, knotless braids, cornrows, faux locs, or protective styling, our clients trust us to deliver clean, long-lasting work — and we need someone who takes real pride in the craft.

You'll be responsible for:

• Sectioning and installing a range of braid styles (knotless, box, cornrows, twists, locs, etc.) with precision and consistency
• Advising clients on style options, maintenance, and scalp health based on their hair type
• Managing appointment timing so clients aren't kept waiting longer than necessary
• Keeping your station and tools sanitized between every client
• Building repeat clientele, serving walk-in and scheduled clients

You should have:

• Proven braiding experience (licensed cosmetologist or natural hair specialist certification where required by New York)
• Steady hands and the stamina for multi-hour appointments
• A portfolio of recent work (Instagram, photos, or in-person consultation)
• Strong time management
• A calm, welcoming demeanor; many clients sit with us for hours and want to feel comfortable
• Willingness to stay current on new techniques and trends

What we offer:

• Commission or booth rental — payment type is depending on hire type
• Flexible scheduling options for full-time/part-time
• A loyal, referral-heavy client base already in place