Stylist in Training / Apprentice Stylist

Supercuts; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the beauty sector is seeking a stylist-in-training for a temporary position designed to integrate aspiring stylists into the salon environment. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service while learning the business. Responsibilities include promoting services, managing customer interactions, and assisting with salon operations. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for beauty, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in the beauty industry with potential for growth and promotion.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited cosmetology school and obtaining necessary licenses.
• Ability to work in a dynamic salon environment with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and promote salon services.
• Assist with salon operations, including answering phones and managing sales.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Multi-tasking

Computer Knowledge

Education

Graduation from an accredited cosmetology school

Tools

POS systems

Job description

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A stylist-in-training at Regis is a temporary 90-day position designed to integrate an unlicensed, future stylist into the salon workplace and to help them learn the business. It is the stylist-in-training's responsibility to deliver exceptional customer service and to communicate effectively with management, customers, and co-workers. Specifically, the stylist-in-training's job duties include:

• Market and grow the business
• Observe other stylists/managers at work and ask relevant questions
• Provide exceptional customer service
• Control expenses
• Promote and sell services and retail products
• Answer telephones, stock and dust shelves, and sweep hair
• Complete all other duties as assigned by manager

The stylist-in-training may be eligible for a promotion to the stylist position once they receive their license. A promotion to stylist is not automatically guaranteed. The stylist-in-training must apply for the stylist position to be considered for promotion. To be considered, the stylist-in-training must:

1. Possess a valid appropriate license in their applicable state of employment
2. Have the ability to perform duties permitted by their license, including cutting, styling, coloring, waxing, and washing/perming hair with or without accommodations
3. Demonstrate adherence to Regis values of honesty, accountability, integrity, and respect

Qualifications include:

• Graduation from an accredited cosmetology school and obtaining necessary licenses within or before 90 days of hire
• Ability to work in a dynamic salon environment
• Good time management, judgment, and multi-tasking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills for professional communication
• Computer knowledge including POS systems and data entry
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends

Essential functions include:

Market and Grow the Business

• Promote and sell services and products, recommending additional services or retail items to enhance customer satisfaction
• Clearly communicate pricing for services
• Coordinate promotional displays using ShopTalk
• Manage sales to walk-in retail customers

Provide Exceptional Customer Service

• Understand customer needs, greet professionally, escort clients, and provide salon tours when needed
• Estimate wait times
• Answer calls promptly and professionally
• Handle complaints and escalate to management as needed

Manage and Control Expenses

• Follow salon schedules
• Charge correctly for services and products, applying discounts per policy
• Protect company assets according to policies

Complete administrative and compliance tasks:

• Assist with salon operations: answering phones, stocking, sweeping, and other duties
• Communicate professionally with staff and clients
• Maintain safety standards
• Attend mandatory meetings and training
• Adhere to policies and procedures
• Handle POS transactions, including opening and closing the register

Physical requirements and work environment include:

• Frequent lifting up to 10 lbs., occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Standing, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the day
• Exposure to chemicals and fragrances
• Climbing ladders or stepstools as needed
• Customer communication skills
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• Occasional travel for meetings and training, including overnight stays