Salon Manager

*Growth Potential *Requires Management Experience *Starts Immediately


*Growth Potential *Requires Management Experience **Starts Immediately**

**Seeking an Experienced Operations Leader for Long-Term Growth in the Beauty Industry

Salon Manager

Opportunity to Build a Long-Term Career in the Beauty Industry

Substance Salon 52 Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ

Starts Immediately | Paid Training | Growth Potential | Management Experience Required
The Opportunity

Substance Salon is seeking a career-driven Salon Manager to help lead daily operations and support continued growth. This is not an entry-level front desk role . We are looking for a dependable, business-minded professional who understands structure, accountability, and what it takes to keep a high-performing salon running smoothly.

After more than 16 years in business , we are entering our next phase and need someone who can step in immediately, take ownership, and grow with us long term.
What This Role Is
• Leadership role supporting ownership and salon operations
• Oversight of front desk and daily workflow
• Schedule management with a focus on keeping chairs consistently booked
• Staff coordination, onboarding support, and accountability
• Systems-driven position focused on organization, consistency, and results
What This Role Is Not
• Not for first-time job seekers
• Not for candidates without management or operations experience
• Not a temporary or short-term position
Hiring Priority

We are prioritizing applicants who can apply, interview, and begin paid training immediately .
• Paid training starts at $19
• After a 30 day review , hourly rate increases to $20-25 per hour based on sales performance
• Additional earning opportunities become available as performance benchmarks are met
Compensation and Earning Potential

This role offers multiple ways to earn beyond hourly pay for motivated, performance-driven professionals.

Opportunities include
• Retail sales commissions
• Rebooking percentage incentives
• Service sales performance bonuses
• Bridal and event sales commissions
• Performance-based hourly increases

The more value you help create for the salon, the more you can earn.
What We Are Looking For
• Minimum 3 years experience in salon management or comparable service-based leadership role
• Proven ability to manage people, schedules, and operations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Business-minded with an understanding of sales, retention, and guest experience
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable taking ownership
Who You Are

You are a self-starter who is serious about building a real career in the beauty industry . You value consistency, professionalism, and long-term growth. You show up, follow through, and take pride in being dependable.

This role is not suited for individuals seeking casual work, short-term roles, or flexible commitment . We are building stability, leadership, and momentum.

If you are ready to step into a leadership role with real opportunity, earning potential, and long-term growth, apply today to join the team at Substance Salon.

Before you apply, please note: We're looking for a seasoned professional with at least three years of management or operations experience, whether from a salon, a med spa, doctor's office, a front desk manager role, or a similar service-based environment. We're hiring someone who is ready to step in immediately, take ownership, and commit to long-term growth with our team. If you're looking for a short-term role or entry-level position, this won't be the right fit.
Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay

• Commission pay
• Bonus pay
• Tips

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Other