Senior Hair Stylist

Ellee Salon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellee Salon in New York City is seeking a Senior Hair Stylist with 10+ years of professional experience to join our talented, client-focused team. You will specialize in hair color, precision haircutting, and event styling, consult with clients to design personalized looks, and deliver consistently excellent results while building long-term relationships.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, outstanding communication, a current New York State cosmetology license, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional hairstyling experience.
• Advanced skills in coloring and haircutting with a strong portfolio.
• Experience with event styling and special-occasion hair.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong consultation skills to understand and deliver client expectations.
• Professional, reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to a high standard of work.
• Collaborative attitude and positive salon culture.
• Current New York State cosmetology license.

Responsibilities

• Provide color services including formulation, dimensional color, highlights, balayage, and color corrections as appropriate to your expertise.
• Deliver expert haircutting services for a variety of hair types, textures, and styles.
• Create polished event and special-occasion hairstyles, including blowouts, updos, and formal styling.
• Conduct thoughtful consultations to understand client goals, recommend services, and set realistic expectations.
• Build long-term client relationships through attentive service, professionalism, and consistent results.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workstation and follow salon standards.
• Collaborate positively with fellow stylists and support a welcoming, team-oriented salon environment.
• Continue developing your skills and stay current with industry trends, techniques, and products.

Skills

10+ years experience

Hair color

Haircutting

Event styling

Client consultation

Customer service

Team collaboration

NY cosmetology license

Job description

Senior Hair Stylist at Ellee Salon

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Senior Hair Stylist who is passionate about their craft, committed to outstanding customer service, and excited to be part of a talented, professional, and collaborative team.

This role is ideal for a seasoned stylist with 10+ years of professional experience who brings strong technical skills, an artistic eye, and the confidence to consult with clients and deliver consistently excellent results.

Our ideal candidate specializes in hair color, precision haircutting, and event styling, and takes pride in creating customized looks that complement each client's lifestyle, personality, and individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional hair color services, including color formulation, dimensional color, highlights, balayage, and color corrections as appropriate to your expertise.
• Deliver expert haircutting services for a variety of hair types, textures, and styles.
• Create polished event and special-occasion hairstyles, including blowouts, updos, and formal styling.
• Conduct thoughtful consultations to understand client goals, recommend services, and set realistic expectations.
• Build long-term client relationships through attentive service, professionalism, and consistent results.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workstation and follow salon standards.
• Collaborate positively with fellow stylists and support a welcoming, team-oriented salon environment.
• Continue developing your skills and staying current with industry trends, techniques, and products.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional hairstyling experience.
• Advanced skills in hair coloring and haircutting, with a strong portfolio of work.
• Experience with event styling and special-occasion hair.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong consultation skills and the ability to understand and deliver on client expectations.
• Professional, reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to a high standard of work.
• A collaborative attitude and pride in contributing to a positive salon culture.
• Current New York State cosmetology license.

Join Our Team

If you are an accomplished stylist who combines exceptional technical ability with a genuine passion for people, we would love to hear from you.