Salon Manager & Lead Stylist — Grow Your Craft & Team

JCPenney; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Term life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee discount

Job summary

JCPenney Salon in Hammond, LA is seeking a Salon Manager to lead a skilled team while continuing to build your own clientele behind the chair. You will coach stylists, drive salon performance, and create an inviting, professional environment. Expect competitive pay with 50% commission on service sales and 10% on retail, plus benefits.

This role blends leadership with hands-on beauty craft, offering growth and a chance to stay connected to the craft.

Qualifications

• A current cosmetology license in the state where you are applying.
• A passion for beauty and creating exceptional client experiences.
• A desire to coach, mentor, and develop other stylists.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A results-oriented mindset.
• The ability to build client loyalty and business relationships.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, professional, and positive salon environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to set the standard for outstanding service.
• Recruit talented stylists through social media, referrals, and schools.
• Provide coaching and feedback to help stylists grow.
• Manage team performance and client experience to meet targets.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming salon environment.
• Maintain salon operations and merchandising standards.

Skills

Cosmetology license

Client experience

Coaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Results oriented

Client loyalty

Inclusive culture

Job description

JCPenney Salon in Hammond, LA is seeking a Salon Manager to lead a skilled team while continuing to build your own clientele behind the chair. You will coach stylists, drive salon performance, and create an inviting, professional environment. Expect competitive pay with 50% commission on service sales and 10% on retail, plus benefits.

This role blends leadership with hands-on beauty craft, offering growth and a chance to stay connected to the craft.