Salon Coordinator

Sport Clips Haircuts; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Mental health support

Job summary

A popular hair salon chain is seeking a dynamic Student Intern in Ankeny, Iowa, to provide exceptional customer service while studying in cosmetology or barbering school. The position offers a flexible schedule to help students learn and earn. Key responsibilities include client greetings, handling inquiries, maintaining the reception area, and assisting with marketing efforts. Applicants should possess strong communication and organizational skills and a passion for the beauty industry. Join a friendly team committed to professional development!

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or salon coordination preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients warmly for a positive experience.
• Handle client inquiries professionally.
• Maintain a clean reception area.
• Process financial transactions accurately.
• Provide product knowledge and recommendations.

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Social media knowledge

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Cosmetology or Barbering student

Job description

Sport Clips is looking for Cosmetology and Barber Students who are passionate about Men's Hair to join our Student InternshipProgram! We offer a part time, flexible schedule for students in Cosmetology or Barbering school that allows you to LEARN and EARN while still in school!

Sport Clips is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Student Intern to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring the smooth operation of our salon. If you have a passion for the beauty industry, excellent organizational skills, and a friendly demeanor, we invite you to apply for this exciting position.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet clients with a warm and welcoming attitude, ensuring they have a positive experience from the moment they walk in.
• Answer phone calls and address client inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area, including retail displays.
• Handle financial transactions, including cash handling and processing credit card payments.
• Assist in retail sales by providing product knowledge and recommendations to clients.
• Monitor and maintain salon inventory, placing orders for supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with the salon team to ensure a smooth flow of operations from the reception area to the cutting floor.
• Complete secondary responsibilities as assigned by the Store Manager such as vacuuming, cleaning stations, prepping stations, laundry, sanitation, and stocking.
• Assist in marketing efforts, including local neighborhood marketing, social media updates and promotions.
• Participate in Sport Clips training - we prep you to feel confident behind the chair by the time you graduate!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service, receptionist, front desk or salon coordination is preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in computer applications, Microsoft Office, and basic social media platforms.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• A friendly and professional demeanor with a passion for the beauty industry.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Employee discounts on salon services and retail products.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career growth within the salon.
• Mental health support - provided by employer at no cost to you!
• Recently named best CEO for Women, Best CEO for Diversity and Best Company for Career Growth by Comparably.

Your Tips Matter – Now, thanks to an industry-wide effort championed by Sport Clips, you can deduct up to $25,000 of your tips, keeping more of what you earn. We’re proud to support initiatives that put more money back in your pocket.

Note: The IRS still needs to provide implementation guidance. Tip income must still be reported.