Shift Lead| Cosmetologist / Hair Stylist

Drybar Shops; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializes in blowouts and is seeking a talented hair stylist to join their team in San Diego. The role requires a valid cosmetology license and skills in shampooing and blow-drying. With competitive wages starting at $17 per hour and numerous employee perks, this is an excellent opportunity for both seasoned professionals and cosmetology students eager to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wages with tips and bonuses

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

Paid training

Complimentary access to educational programs

Promote from within

Free blowouts for all employees

Qualifications

• Current and valid cosmetology license for the state.
• Ability to complete a blowout in under 45 minutes.
• Strong communication skills and dedication to customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shop staff, assign tasks, and monitor inventory.
• Lead client experience from check-in to check-out.
• Train new bartenders and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Shampoo skills

Blow-dry skills

Hair styling

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Valid cosmetology license

Job description

At Drybar, our philosophy is simple : Focus on one thing and be the best at it. For us that's blowouts. Our tagline says it all : No cuts. No color. Just blowouts.

Drybar Shift Lead / Cosmetologists Also Enjoy These Perks :

• Competitive hourly wages beginning at $17.00 per hour tips, retail & productivity bonuses, $100 anniversary gift and referral bonuses! ($1.50 for every add-on performed. Over 20 blowouts, you make $3 extra for each blowout, get up to $10 for every membership you sell)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits for ALL employees. Access to Wellable and EAP access!
• Paid Training on "Proper Anatomy of a Drybar Blowout!"
• Complimentary access & discounts to Vidal Sassoon online membership program for continued education.
• We LOVE to promote from within! If you have what it takes, we got you covered.
• FREE BLOWOUTS for all employees!

We are looking for a hair stylist who has :

• A current and valid cosmetology license for the state in which you are applying.
• Shampoo, blow-dry and amazing hair styling & finishing skills. Ability to do a blowout in under 45 minutes!
• Supervise shop staff on any given shift assigned : Bartenders & Stylist.
• Lead client experience from check in to check out ensuring Drybar standards are upheld.
• Lead team member responsibilities : assign clients to stylists, delegate tasks to bartenders and stylists, execute meal period and break schedule.
• Monitor shop inventory : regularly check back bar and retail supplies, place orders when needed to meet supply level standards.
• Train new bartenders : educate on using Booker and Drybar's 10 core values. Ensure Stylists are completing blowouts in under 45 minutes.
• A desire to provide exceptional service not only to our clients but to our staff. Implement problem solving strategies and maintain awareness.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment and dedication to customer service.
• Ensure that all company procedures and policies, federal, state, and local regulations are followed. Ensure all Drybar's timekeeping policy and supervisor policy addendum. Responsible for reporting all time worked for self and others in a timely fashion.

Hey cosmetology students!! We also accept applications from those attending cosmetology school (must have a valid cosmetology license to work as a hairstylist).

Legal Disclaimer

2024 DB Franchise, LLC ("DBF"). Each Drybar shop is independently owned and operated. Franchise owners are solely responsible for all employment decisions and matters regarding their independently owned and operated Shops. All individuals hired by franchise owners' shops are their employees, not those of DBF. Drybar + design is are registered trademarks owned by Helen of Troy Limited and used by DBF under license.