Assistant Salon Manager – Full-Time Cosmetology Career

Sport Clips of Poplar Bluff
3101 Oak Grove Road, Suite 2
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Leadership Opportunity for a Licensed Missouri Cosmetologist
Total Earning Potential Up to $75,000 Per Year

Lead, Coach, and Grow With Sport Clips

Sport Clips of Poplar Bluff is seeking a confident and motivated Assistant Manager to help lead our salon team.

This position is designed for an experienced stylist who wants more responsibility, stronger earning potential, and a clear path toward future management opportunities. You will continue working with clients while also helping guide the team, support salon operations, and create a workplace where stylists can perform at their best.

The Poplar Bluff salon is owned and operated by Jesse Keyser, an accomplished multi-unit salon operator with extensive experience building successful salons and developing team members into strong leaders.

Your Role on the Leadership Team

In this position, you will partner with the Store Manager to:

• Help organize and direct daily salon operations
• Provide coaching and real-time support to stylists
• Encourage exceptional service and strong client relationships
• Help improve client retention, productivity, and retail performance
• Assist with interviewing, onboarding, and training new team members
• Support scheduling and staffing needs
• Maintain high standards for cleanliness, organization, and professionalism
• Address client concerns with confidence and care
• Help create an accountable, energetic, and supportive team culture

We Want to Meet You If You Are

• A licensed Missouri cosmetologist
• Experienced in providing professional salon services
• Comfortable taking initiative and making decisions
• Skilled at communicating with both clients and coworkers
• Positive, dependable, and team-oriented
• Interested in coaching and developing other stylists
• Motivated to grow into a Store Manager or higher leadership role
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends

Previous management experience is valuable, but we will also consider experienced stylists who have demonstrated strong leadership potential.

Competitive Earnings With Multiple Income Opportunities

Your compensation can include:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Service commissions
• Retail commissions
• Performance bonuses paid every pay period
• Excellent tipping opportunities
• Total annual earning potential of up to $75,000

Benefits That Help You Build a Career

Eligible team members may receive:

• Health insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid training
• Continuing professional education
• Leadership and management development
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing multi-location organization

Make Your Next Career Move in Poplar Bluff

This is more than a stylist position. It is an opportunity to build management experience, increase your earning potential, and prepare for a larger leadership role.

Sport Clips of Poplar Bluff
3101 Oak Grove Road, Suite 2
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Call (573) 776-1021 to speak with the Store Manager and schedule an interview.

Apply today and take the next step toward becoming a salon leader.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Salon Manager to join our Sport Clips Cape Girardeau team. The ideal candidate should be a licensed hair stylist and have a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. As an Assistant Salon Manager, you will play a crucial role in the daily operations and development of team members (hair stylists) and of our salon as well as assist in creating a positive and welcoming environment for both our clients and our hair stylists team members.

BENEFITS:

    * Earn up to $16/hr base + commission + tips: ave $30 - $40 per hr
    * Instant clientele!

    * 100% backbar covered
    * Attractive benefits package and incentives - includes PTO and Paid Holidays for full time
    * Flexibility for maintaining work-life balance
    * Fun, team-oriented and positive salon culture
    * Unlimited career advancement opportunities
    * Mental health support - provided by employer at no cost to you!
    * Become an expert in men and boys haircuts with our ongoing paid industry leading training programs
    * Recently named best CEO for Women, Best CEO for Diversity and Best Company for Career Growth by Comparably

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    * Assist in the overall management and supervision of salon operations.
    * Provide guidance, support and development to hair stylists and coordinators.
    * Ensure exceptional customer service and client satisfaction.
    * Assist in recruiting, training, and onboarding new team members.
    * Collaborate with the Salon Manager to achieve revenue and sales goals.
    * Stay updated on industry trends and share knowledge with the team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

    * A valid Missouri cosmetology or barber license.
    * Previous leadership experience in a salon environment preferred.
    * Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
    * Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
    * Knowledge of applicable beauty products sold in store.
    * Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask effectively.
    * Flexibility in scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

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