Hair Stylist

About Us: Sit Still Wellesley is growing...fast. Since opening, we've already broken franchise records and built a rapidly growing community of local families. We're looking for an experienced, confident stylist to join our team and grow with us. At Sit Still Kids Salon, we pair seriously good haircuts with an experience kids (and their parents) actually enjoy. Our salon is bright, modern, welcoming, and designed specifically for families. For our stylists, that means a built-in clientele, a steady flow of appointments and the opportunity to focus on what you do best: great hair. We're looking for a technically strong stylist who is comfortable working efficiently, loves connecting with families and takes pride in delivering clean, consistent cuts. Why You'll Love Sit Still: Built-In, Growing Clientele: our Wellesley salon is busy and continuing to grow Strong Earning Potential: through base pay (greater of: hourly -or- commission - the harder you work the more you are paid!), gratuities, retail commission and performance incentives No Need to Build Your Own Book From Scratch Employee Discounts on services and retail products Ongoing Education and team development Bright, modern, and supportive salon environment Full and part time opportunities available What You'll Do: Consult with parents and children to understand the desired haircut and style Deliver technically strong, consistent haircuts efficiently and safely Review each finished cut with the parent before completing the service Create a welcoming, patient and positive experience for children Build relationships with families and encourage repeat visits Follow Sit Still service, sanitation and safety standards Participate in ongoing training and team development Recommend appropriate retail products when helpful to clients What We're Looking For: Current Massachusetts cosmetology license (Type 1 or Type 2) Professional salon haircutting experience Strong technical haircutting ability, including: clipper cuts and fades, scissor-over-comb, long hair shaping and layering, bang/fringe shaping, bob and pixie cuts Confidence working with children while maintaining haircut quality Ability to comfortably complete most haircut appointments, from consultation through finish, in approximately 30 minutes Strong finishing and styling skills Excellent communication and customer-service skills Reliable attendance and punctuality Weekend and some evening availability Bonus skills: Braiding and updos, shaved designs, feed-in braids, sparkle strands, feather extensions and K-tip installation Compensation Competitive compensation with multiple ways to earn, including service commission, gratuities, retail commission and performance-based incentives. Our high-volume Wellesley location provides the built-in clientele to help strong stylists maximize their earning potential without having to bring an existing book of business. Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Free parking Paid training Store discount #J-18808-Ljbffr