Licensed Assistant Salon Manager

Sport Clips Haircuts is Hiring Hair Stylists & Assistant Managers!

Do What You Love. Love What You Do.

Assistant Manager Opportunity – Addison

Sport Clips Haircuts is looking for a motivated, talented Assistant Manager who is passionate about cutting hair, delivering an exceptional client experience, and helping build a high-performing, positive team culture alongside the Store Manager.

If you’re someone who enjoys leadership, thrives in a fast-paced salon environment, and wants to grow both personally and professionally—this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Store Manager in daily salon operations and team leadership
• Deliver high-quality haircuts and excellent client service
• Help coach and elevate team members to reach their full potential
• Act as a key point of communication between staff, management, and clients
• Assist with scheduling, organization, and problem-solving in a busy salon environment

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and management skills with a business mindset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution abilities
• Organized, dependable, and solution-oriented
• Passion for the hair industry and staying current with trends
• Salon management experience is a plus—but not required

We value team players who care about building a strong client base and creating an outstanding guest experience.

Compensation

Assistant Managers typically earn $30–$44/hour, including base pay, tips, and incentives. Top performers often earn even more.
You’re a pro—get paid like one.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hourly base pay
• Instant clientele
• Closed most major holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
• Ongoing training and career development
• Fun, team-focused salon culture
• Strong advancement opportunities
• Recognized by Business Insider and Comparably for workplace culture

Requirements

• Valid Illinois cosmetology or barber license
• Flexible availability
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency
• Passion for the industry and willingness to grow

Location Information:

Sport Clips Haircuts in Bloomingdale is now hiring an Assistant Salon Manager to support daily salon operations, lead a high-performing team, and deliver an exceptional client experience. This role is perfect for an experienced licensed hair stylist, barber, or cosmetologist ready to grow their leadership career while still doing what they love, cutting hair.

Compensation & Perks

* $29–$49 hourly earnings, including tips, commission, and performance bonuses

* Daily pay with Tapcheck

* Instant clientele—no need to build your own book

* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

* Employer-paid mental health support

* Paid leadership, technical, and business training

* Flexible scheduling with a strong work-life balance

* Clear career paths with advancement opportunities within Sport Clips

What You’ll Do

* Support salon leadership with daily operations and team coordination

* Coach and develop stylists to deliver a consistent MVP client experience

* Assist with scheduling, opening/closing duties, and salon standards

* Provide high-quality men’s haircuts and grooming services

* Help foster a positive, welcoming, and team-focused salon culture

What We’re Looking For

* Active Illinois Cosmetology or Barber License

* Experience as a hair stylist or barber (men’s cutting preferred)

* Previous salon leadership or team lead experience preferred (but not required)

* Passion for customer service and team development

* Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Join a locally owned, family-operated Sport Clips salon where your leadership matters, your skills are valued, and your career can grow.

Location Information:

Now hiring Assistant Managers at Sport Clips!

Are you an experienced leader in the hair stylist, barber, or cosmetologist industry with a passion for team management?
We are looking for talented salon professionals who deliver high quality results and great customer service to join our high-volume, fast paced business.

In this role, you are vital to our salon's daily operations, team development, and client satisfaction. You will be part of a successful team focused on fostering a positive, welcoming environment for our clients and hair stylists.

We offer a comprehensive Management-in-Training program, which provides hands-on leadership development in scheduling, inventory, customer service, and salon operations. We're always looking for future leaders who want to grow with us.

Assistant Managers average $28+ per hour (including base pay, tips, incentives & retail commission) - our rockstar stylists and cosmetologists earn even more! YOU’RE A PRO! TIME TO GET PAID LIKE ONE!

Why you’ll LOVE working here:

• Weekly pay with guaranteed hourly base pay
• Paid time off and Short-Term disability
• Instant clientele (Walk-in & Online Check-in)
• Medical, Dental, Life and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Career growth into multi-unit and leadership roles
• Paid, ongoing industry-leading training & education on current trends and techniques, as well as business management and leadership
• Comfortable apparel & ergonomically designed flooring
• Employer-provided mental health support at no cost
• Supportive, fun, team-oriented salon culture
• Barber Chairs available!
• Closed Major Holidays (Including Mother’s Day!)
• Recently named Best Places for Women to Work by Business Insider and Best Company Culture by Comparably
   

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Active Illinois cosmetology license or barber license
• Management experience preferred, including salon, spa, retail, or store management
• Men’s hair cutting experience in a salon is preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Make A Difference
We give you the opportunity to volunteer and give back in ways that really make a difference in the lives of others.  Have an interest in knowing more? Let us know!

Apply today to join Sport Clips Haircuts of Wheaton and grow your salon management career with us.

We can't wait to meet you!

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Location Information:
588 E. North Ave.
Carol Stream, IL 60188

Sport Clips Haircuts is Hiring Hair Stylists & Assistant Managers!

Do What You Love. Love What You Do.

Assistant Manager Opportunity – North Arlington Heights

Sport Clips Haircuts is looking for a motivated, talented Assistant Manager who is passionate about cutting hair, delivering an exceptional client experience, and helping build a high-performing, positive team culture alongside the Store Manager.

If you’re someone who enjoys leadership, thrives in a fast-paced salon environment, and wants to grow both personally and professionally—this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Store Manager in daily salon operations and team leadership
• Deliver high-quality haircuts and excellent client service
• Help coach and elevate team members to reach their full potential
• Act as a key point of communication between staff, management, and clients
• Assist with scheduling, organization, and problem-solving in a busy salon environment

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and management skills with a business mindset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution abilities
• Organized, dependable, and solution-oriented
• Passion for the hair industry and staying current with trends
• Salon management experience is a plus—but not required

We value team players who care about building a strong client base and creating an outstanding guest experience.

Compensation

Assistant Managers typically earn $30–$44/hour, including base pay, tips, and incentives. Top performers often earn even more.
You’re a pro—get paid like one.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hourly base pay
• Instant clientele
• Closed most major holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
• Ongoing training and career development
• Fun, team-focused salon culture
• Strong advancement opportunities
• Recognized by Business Insider and Comparably for workplace culture

Requirements

• Valid Illinois cosmetology or barber license
• Flexible availability
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency
• Passion for the industry and willingness to grow

Location Information:

Sport Clips Haircuts in Palatine is hiring Assistant Managers! Do what you love. Love what you do.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Salon Manager to join our Sport Clips 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.

Assistant Managers/Hairstylists/Barbers typically average $24-$32 hour (Including Base pay and tips).PLUS additional opportunities to earn bonus incentives EVERY pay period!

BENEFITS:

    * Above-average pay plus tips!
    * Ongoing paid training/CEU's
    * PTO/Closed Major Holidays and Mother's Day
    * 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!
    * Instant Clientele!

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 state 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.

Location Information: