What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Barber or Cosmetologist position at Hammer & Nails?
Join the Hammer & Nails Crew – Where Craft Meets Culture
Are you a licensed Barber or Cosmetologist with serious skills, a passion for precision, and a great attitude to match?
Hammer & Nails in Omaha is looking for a talented professional to join our growing team. We’re more than just a barbershop – we’re a men’s grooming lounge built around quality, comfort, and community.
This is your chance to step into a brand that’s redefining men’s self-care—where grooming meets relaxation, and every client walks out feeling like a VIP.
What You'll Do:
- Maintain Licensure: Hold and actively maintain a current Nebraska Barber or Cosmetology license in good standing throughout employment.
- Deliver Quality Services: Consistently perform high-quality grooming services (including cuts, fades, shaves, and beard work) that meet client needs and shop standards.
- Prioritize Client Experience: Communicate clearly and professionally with all clients, actively listen to their requests, and consistently demonstrate a client-first approach to ensure satisfaction.
- Execute Men's Grooming Techniques: Skillfully execute a range of barbering techniques, including precision cutting, seamless fading, clean shaving (barbers), and detailed beard styling.
- Uphold Professional Standards: Conduct yourself professionally in appearance and demeanor, pay meticulous attention to detail in your work and station cleanliness, and actively collaborate with colleagues to foster a positive team environment.
- Meet Scheduling Needs: Be available and reliably work assigned shifts, including evenings and weekends, according to the shop's scheduling requirements.
What You Bring:
- A current Nebraska Barber and/or Cosmetology license
- Experience delivering high-quality grooming services
- Strong communication skills and a client-first attitude
- Proficiency in cutting, fading, shaving, and beard work
- Professionalism, attention to detail, and a team-player mindset
- A willingness to work evenings/weekends as needed
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly pay tips & commissions
- All tools & professional products provided
- Ongoing education & growth opportunities
- Discounts on services and retail
- Supportive, inclusive, and upbeat work environment
- 401(k) plan to help you invest in your future
- Insurance Offerings - Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
- A chance to be part of a brand that’s changing the game in men’s grooming
At Hammer & Nails, we believe grooming is more than just a service—it’s an experience.
We welcome talented individuals from varied backgrounds who share our commitment to excellence in grooming and client service. We’re proud to offer a workplace that’s inclusive, respectful, creative, and built around people who love what they do. Our strength at Hammer & Nails lies in our team. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team that values style, substance, and community, we want to meet you.
Apply today and help us raise the bar for men’s grooming in Omaha.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Store discount
- Tools provided
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Barbering and/or Cosmetology License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $90,000