Stylist Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Stylist Apprentice
Location: Blondies Salon & Spa
Program Length: 12 Weeks
Status: Apprentice (Part-Time, Temporary Training Role)
Upon Graduation: Promotion to Level 1 Stylist
Compensation:

• Level 1: $12/hour

• Level 2: $12/hour

• Graduation: 40% Service Commission + 10% Retail Commission

Program Summary:

Blondies Salon & Spa offers a hands-on, 12-week Cosmetology Apprenticeship Program designed for cosmetology students or recent graduates (within 4 years of graduation) ready to fast-track their career. Our structured, in-salon training prepares apprentices to grow from foundational skills to advanced client services, with mentorship from industry-leading stylists and trainers.

What Youll Learn:

• Client consultation, guest experience, and luxury service enhancements

• Shampooing, headspa treatments, blow-dry and styling theory

• Haircutting, updos, special occasion styling, and curly hair care

• Color techniques including root touch-ups, highlights, balayage, and more

• Business education: branding, time standards, treatment planning, and client retention

• Social media fundamentals and photography basics for personal brand growth

Structure & Schedule:

The program is divided into 3 phases:

• Phase 1 (If currently in school): Saturdays only (9:00AM-3:00PM)

• Phase 2 (Post-graduation): TuesdayThursday training and client days
  • Tuesdays 9:00AM-6:00PM
  • Wednesdays 9:00AM-5:00PM
  • Thursdays 9:00AM-6:00PM
  • After Session 8 of Program: Add Fridays 9:00AM-6:00PM

• Phase 3 (After Session 8): Adds Friday client work
  All apprentices complete weekly homework through Canvas and receive regular evaluations on skill, speed, and professionalism.

Program Perks:

• Small group, personalized training

• Weekly one-on-one coaching and assignments

• Use of professional products, mannequin heads, and backbar tools

• Social media content coaching and model coordination

• Opportunities to build your clientele before licensure completion

Benefits

• At-cost salon/spa services for employees

• 10% commission on all personal retail sales

• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees

• Ongoing training and mentorship

• Opportunities for advancement within administrative, operations, or retail leadership roles

• Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration and growth

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a licensed cosmetology program

• Professional attitude, punctuality, and willingness to learn

• Must have access to a computer/laptop for homework submissions

• Commitment to the full 12-week program and scheduled sessions

Graduation Outcome:

Upon successful completion, apprentices may be promoted to Level 1 Stylist with the opportunity to build their own schedule and begin earning commission-based pay.