What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hair Stylist position at Great Clips?
Love Cutting Hair, Want Steady Income, and Zero Chair Rentals?
Skip the stress of building a clientele from scratch or paying expensive booth rents. Join our fast-paced, high-energy team at Great Clips in Entrada Contenta! Situated in one of Santa Fe’s bustling south-side commercial corridors on Main Street, our salon offers a continuous flow of walk-in guests, high tip potential, and a supportive, growth-oriented environment where you can thrive.
Whether you're an experienced stylist looking for consistent earnings or a newly licensed professional ready to build speed and confidence, we give you the support, modern equipment, and flexible options to build a great career.
What We Offer
- Guaranteed Earnings: Competitive base hourly rate plus daily cash/credit card tips, product sales commissions, and monthly productivity incentives.
- Built-In Customer Base: No marketing required. Walk through the doors on day one and start cutting with steady, daily walk-in traffic.
- Paid Professional Education: Continuous training through Great Clips Academy on advanced cutting techniques, trendy styles, and efficiency tactics.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible shift scheduling to fit your family commitments, personal priorities, or outdoor lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Direct advancement paths into Lead Stylist, Assistant Salon Manager, Salon Manager, and Franchise Educator roles.
- Employee Benefits: Paid time off (PTO), generous retail discounts, tool purchase programs, and a team-first work culture that values your passion.
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality haircuts, beard trims, and basic styling for clients of all ages in an energetic, welcoming space.
- Leverage Great Clips’ ClipNotes® software to keep track of every customer's haircut preferences for seamless return visits.
- Provide clean, warm, and professional service that turns first-time walk-ins into loyal repeat guests.
- Maintain a clean, sanitized work area and assist in keeping the salon in top shape.
- Bring energy, positivity, and a spirit of teamwork to the floor every shift.
Qualifications
- Licensing: Active New Mexico Cosmetology or Barber License (or currently transferring/finishing cosmetology school).
- Skills: Solid proficiency in core cutting and styling techniques with a eagerness to learn new methods.
- Mindset: Enthusiastic, dependable, customer-focused, and ready to work effectively in a team environment.
- Flexibility: Willing to work a flexible schedule, including rotational weekend or evening shifts.
Join the Entrada Contenta Great Clips Team!
Focus on what you do best—cutting hair and delivering great client experiences—while we handle all the marketing and salon overhead.
How to Apply:
- Apply directly on Indeed in under 2 minutes.
- Stop by in person at 5041 Main St for an immediate tour and chat!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Employee Discounts, Job Training, Performance BonusSalary : $25 - $50