Stylist in Training/Hair Salon Assistant Newtown

Whip Salon; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a modern and trendy salon that values superior service and a positive atmosphere. As a Salon Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting stylists and ensuring a welcoming environment for clients. This position offers a great opportunity for career growth in the beauty industry, with potential to advance into stylist roles. Enjoy a flexible schedule and various benefits while working in a top-rated salon known for its talented team and vibrant vibe. If you're motivated and eager to learn, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

401(k)

Employee Discount

Flexible Schedule

Free Parking

Loan Assistance

Opportunities for Advancement

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

Professional Development Assistance

Store Discount

Qualifications

• Must have a cosmetology license or be enrolled in cosmetology school.
• Experience as a Salon Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support stylists by welcoming clients and assisting with tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness of the salon and workstations.
• Ensure high customer service standards are met.

Skills

Customer Service

Sanitation Practices

Team Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Cosmetology License or Enrollment

Job description

Whip Salon is a modern, full service salon with 4 locations in Connecticut and 2 on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Whip Salon brand is known for its trendy, superior yet friendly service, its talented team of stylists, its cool modern vibe, easy online booking, quality and value. Find us at whipsalon.com and follow us on Instagram at @whipsalon. Whip Salons are among the top-rated salons in all of its markets.

Whip Salon is seeking a Salon Assistant join our team in Newtown, CT. We're looking for people who want to build their career as a Hair Stylist and this position will ensure your success! If you're motivated, positive and seeking a modern salon with lots of potential to grow your career, Whip Salon could be the perfect place for you.

We require you either currently have a cosmetology license or be enrolled in cosmetology school for at least 6 months before working with us.

The responsibilities of this role are:

• Provide support for all of the stylists by helping with whatever is needed such as welcoming clients, hanging coats, getting beverages.
• Perform cleaning duties required to keep the salon running smoothly: sweeping, cleaning product shelves, wiping down surfaces, windows and mirrors, dishes, etc.
• Uphold customer service standards as set by Whip Salon to ensure high-end, consistent customer experience at all times
• Keep workstations and tools neat and sanitized and ensure overall general tidiness of the salon
• Wash, fold and put away all laundry and ensure levels are maintained
• Attend all staff meetings
• Potential to expand role to performing shampoos and scalp massages

Compensation:

• This is a W2 position paying between $16-$18/hour depending on the candidate's skills & experience.
• Pay periods run weekly Saturday-Friday. You'll be paid by direct deposit every Friday for the previous Saturday-Friday.
• After 3 months of employment you will qualify for the Whip Salon 401(k) program.

For more info please contact [e-mail]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Loan assistance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newtown, CT 06470: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Salon Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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