Stylist

Sharkey's Westwood; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Guaranteed yearly raise

Free haircuts for you and your family

Job summary

Sharkey's Westwood is seeking founding stylists for a brand-new salon opening in Westwood, MA. This unique salon specializes in kids' haircuts and is designed to provide a fun, family-friendly environment. With competitive pay starting from $17-22 per hour and instant tips, stylists will be part of a welcoming team.

All candidates must possess an active Massachusetts cosmetology license and a genuine love for children. Enjoy family-friendly hours and benefits including a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a genuine love for kids and experience in a fast-paced salon environment.
• Active cosmetology license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide kids' haircuts in a fun environment.
• Make nervous kids laugh and help anxious parents.
• Keep your station clean and tools ready.
• Recommend retail products when appropriate.
• Work as part of a supportive team.

Skills

Love for kids

High-energy family environment

Education

Active Massachusetts cosmetology license

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Full-time and part-time available

Westwood, MA (Lambert's Plaza, 262 Providence Hwy)

June 2026 Grand Opening

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids — an award-winning children's (age 0-14) salon franchise with over 200 locations — is opening a brand-new salon in Westwood. We're hiring founding stylists to join our team for opening day.

We are local owners who believe in taking care of the people who take care of our clients. We respect your time, we understand the industry grind, and we are building a salon where stylists actually want to come to work. Smiles and a positive attitude are a must, and we treat all our team members like family!

Why this job is different:

• Just kids' cuts. No chemicals, no color. Clean, fast haircuts in a salon built around making kids smile.
• Fun environment. Themed chairs, Xboxes, streaming — the kind of place kids ask their parents to bring them back to.
• Family-friendly hours. No late nights. Major holidays off.
• Instant tips via Tippy. Tips hit your account the moment the client pays — individual, never pooled.
• Supportive ownership. Local owners who actually want to hear what you have to say.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly base ($17-22) based on experience with guaranteed yearly raise
• 100% of tips, paid instantly via Tippy, not pooled
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 7 days PTO/year (accrues from day 90, maximum increases over time)
• MA Earned Sick Time from day 1
• MA Paid Family & Medical Leave coverage
• Paid cosmetology license renewal
• Employee discount on retail products
• Free haircuts for you and your immediate family

What you'll do:

• Provide kids' haircuts in a fun, fast-paced environment
• Make nervous kids laugh and anxious parents feel at ease
• Keep your station clean and your tools ready
• Recommend retail products when it makes sense
• Be part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together

Requirements:

• Genuine love for kids and high-energy family environments
• Active Massachusetts cosmetology license. Aesthetician and nail licenses do not qualify.

Apply today with your resume. We're interviewing on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule a phone screen.